Law Clerk I (06005)

Iowa Judicial Branch; Livingston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking judicial branch as a Law Clerk I, where you'll engage in meaningful legal work supporting the judiciary. This role involves conducting in-depth legal research, preparing vital documents, and assisting in court proceedings. You'll work closely with experienced judges, contributing to the fair administration of justice in a collaborative environment. Ideal for both new graduates and seasoned attorneys, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally while making a positive impact in the community. Enjoy a supportive workplace with a focus on work-life balance and professional development.

Benefits

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Work/life balance

Family friendly policies

Professional growth opportunities

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required with legal research experience.
• Excellent writing skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents for the judge.
• Assist in court proceedings and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Knowledge of general law

Legal research

Excellent writing skills

Communication skills

Ability to transcribe audio tapes

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Legal research software

Word processing software

Job description

Law Clerk I (06005) - (25140971)

Required

The first review of applications will be May 8, 2025. Please submit the following required documents on the State of Montana Careers website:

• Resume - Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position.
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References
• Writing Sample
  
  

Applications with missing required documents will not be reviewed in the recruitment.

When submitting the required documents, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position. The Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

An employee new to the Judicial Branch will serve a one-year probationary period. The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check. Travel may be required and working hours may include evenings & weekends.

The Montana Judicial Branch offers a variety of opportunities to help you make a difference in your community, and further your career. As a service-oriented employer, we seek employees with a passion for customer service to help us fulfill our mission to provide an independent, accessible, responsive, impartial, and timely forum to resolve disputes; to preserve the rule of law; and to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitutions of the United States and Montana.

Benefits

Benefits of working for the Judicial Branch:

• Work/life balance
• Family friendly policies
• Dedicated and caring colleagues
• Health coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)
• Opportunities and room for professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF
  
  

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Job Overview

Law clerks serving more than two years may be moved to senior law clerk status. This is professional legal work performed for the Honorable Judge Brenda Gilbert in the 6th Judicial District, Livingston, Montana.

Work involves the performance of professional legal research and other related clerical/administrative work in the preparation of memoranda, opinions, or orders for a judge concerning the cases before him/her. Work is performed under general supervision of a judge and is reviewed through conferences and written reports.

Job Duties

• Reviews, studies, research, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities.
• Prepares briefs, legal memoranda, statement of issues involved, draft opinions and orders including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the judge.
• Compiles references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinations.
• Confers with judge concerning legal questions, legal theories, construction of documents, and preparation of orders.
• Attends court sessions to hear testimony and record necessary case information; maintains records attendant to court proceedings; assists judge in the selection and preparation of jury instructions.
• May perform courtroom duties including recording court testimony or arguments and providing bailiff services.
• May transcribe the record of court proceedings if required by the position.
• May maintain a law library collection.
  
  

Skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors):

• Knowledge of general law, state law, established precedent, and sources of legal reference.
• Knowledge of trial court practices, rules, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles.
• Ability to represent the court in a respectful manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.
• Ability to transcribe audio tapes, if required by the position.
• Skill in the operation of a computer with word processing and legal research software.
• Skill in the operation of electronic recording equipment to record trial court proceedings.
  
  

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office setting or a courtroom.

Physical Demands

Work is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds such as papers and files. Some positions may require periods of extended sitting, standing or computer use. Some positions may require standing on a ladder to retrieve files from high shelves.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

A Juris Doctorate is required.

Legal research experience.

Excellent writing skills.

New graduates as well as experienced attorneys will be considered.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: Not Applicable

Salary: $

29.14 - 29.14 Hourly

Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

: Day Job

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

: Livingston

Agency: Judicial Branch Union: 000 - None

Posting Date

: Apr 23, 2025, 4:29:07 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

: Ongoing

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume, References

Contact Name: Katie Erickson | Contact Email: [e-mail] | Contact Phone: [phone] The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.