Judicial Law Clerk – Civil Division (Research & Writing)

Colorado Judicial Branch; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Judicial Branch is seeking a Law Clerk to provide research and writing support to a district court judge. The role emphasizes heavy legal research, drafting briefs and memoranda, and factual analysis to assist in civil matters.

The position starts December 2026 in Denver and involves courtroom presence, preparation of issues, and coordination of clerk duties under supervision. A bachelor's degree and two years of law school completion are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college
• Successful completion of two years at an accredited law school
• Strong research and writing skills are essential for the position

Responsibilities

• Researches, studies, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities to process suits, trials, hearings, appeals, and other litigated matters.
• Reads and digests opinions, briefs, and motions and extracts excerpts pertinent to points of law and fact.
• Prepares briefs, legal memoranda, and statements of issues involved in a case, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the judge.
• Inspects courtroom for cleanliness, orderliness, proper heat, light, and ventilation; opens court by announcing the entrance of the judge.
• Maintains order and decorum of the court by seating jurors, witnesses, and spectators.
• Arranges for food and lodging for jurors, and is responsible for jury security.
• Obtains and delivers file jackets, minutes, supplies, forms and related items for the judge and staff.
• Attends meetings and training as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Two years of law school

Job description

Colorado Judicial Branch is seeking a Law Clerk to provide research and writing support to a district court judge. The role emphasizes heavy legal research, drafting briefs and memoranda, and factual analysis to assist in civil matters.

The position starts December 2026 in Denver and involves courtroom presence, preparation of issues, and coordination of clerk duties under supervision. A bachelor's degree and two years of law school completion are required.