Assistant Law Clerk

New York State Unified Court System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 Paid Holidays

20 Paid Vacation Days

Job summary

The New York State Unified Court System (NYS UCS) seeks an Assistant Law Clerk to support the Bronx County Supreme Court, Civil Term. The role works closely with Hon. Fiordaliza Rodriguez, Acting Supreme Court Justice, to assist in civil matters and complex litigation.

Responsibilities include researching issues, drafting and proofreading opinions, scheduling conferences, and preparing jury charges and verdict forms. This is a full-time position in Bronx, NY with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school within three years of appointment.
• Admission to the New York State Bar within eighteen months of appointment.
• Alternatively, appointment within three years of first admission to any bar in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Research and analysis of complex legal issues.
• Drafting orders, opinions and correspondence.
• Proofreading opinions.
• Scheduling and conducting discovery, status, and settlement conferences.
• Preparing jury charges and jury verdict forms.

Education

Graduation from an accredited law school (within 3 years)

Admission to NYS Bar within 18 months

Appointment within 3 years of first admission to any US bar

Job description

The New York State Unified Court System (NYS UCS) is one of the largest and most diverse court systems in the nation, responsible for delivering fair, efficient, and accessible justice to the people of New York. With courts operating in every county statewide, NYS UCS supports a wide range of legal proceedings and provides essential services that uphold the rule of law. The court system is committed to integrity, professionalism, and public service across all operations.

Position Overview:

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking an Assistant Law Clerk to support the Bronx County Supreme Court, Civil Term.

This position is assigned to Hon. Fiordaliza Rodriguez, Acting Supreme Court Justice in Bronx County Supreme

Candidates who have already applied to posting #25629 need not reapply and will be considered for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and analysis of complex legal issues
• Drafting orders, opinions and correspondence
• Proofreading opinions
• Scheduling and conducting discovery, status, and settlement conferences
• Preparing jury charges and jury verdict forms

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited law school no more than three (3) years prior to appointment and admission to the New York State Bar within eighteen months of appointment;
• or Appointment within three (3) years of first admission to any bar in the United States

Employment Type:

• Full-time

Salary & Compensation:

• $ 84,659 + $ 4,920 LOCATION PAY

Location:

Bronx, New York

What the Courts Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 20 Paid Vacation Days within the first year

Applications must be postmarked or received by: November 19, 2026

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

It is the policy of the UCS to ensure equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including freedom from sexual harassment), sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or, in certain circumstances, prior criminal record.