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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 23-1012.00Stable; ~13,220 employed nationallyTypical pay: $69,850/yr

Judicial Law Clerks

What this job is about

Assist judges by preparing legal documents and managing case information.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Research relevant legal information

    Investigate laws, court decisions, and documents pertinent to cases.

  2. 2

    Draft legal documents

    Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, and judicial opinions for review.

  3. 3

    Communicate with judges and counsel

    Confer with judges on legal questions and discuss case management with attorneys.

  4. 4

    Attend court sessions

    Observe oral arguments and record necessary information during proceedings.

  5. 5

    Maintain case files and schedules

    Ensure all legal documents are organized and assist in coordinating judges' appointments.

Tools used in this work
Adobe AcrobatMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft Word

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.