Judicial Research Clerk - Courtroom Support

North Dakota Court System; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Dakota Court System is seeking a Staff Attorney-District Court and Law Clerk to support judges in the South Central Judicial District in Bismarck. The role emphasizes extensive legal research and analysis to make recommendations on proposed dispositions.

Ideal candidates will have a JD from an accredited law school, related experience in research and writing, and the ability to obtain DAR or AAERT certification within six months.

Qualifications

• Juris doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Some related experience conducting legal research and legal writing; and
• Requires DAR (Digital Audio Recording) certification or the AAERT CER certification or ability to obtain within six months of job entry.

Responsibilities

• Conducts legal research, analyzes legal issues, and examines applicable laws prior to court decisions.
• Writes legal memoranda and statements of issues involved, including suggestions and recommendations to the justice or judge.
• Performs courtroom duties and prepares case summaries and draft opinions as directed.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Legal research

Legal writing

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

Juris doctor degree

ND bar license

DAR/AAERT certification eligibility

Tools

Westlaw

LawDesk

Miche

Premise

Job description

The North Dakota Court System is seeking a Staff Attorney-District Court and Law Clerk to support judges in the South Central Judicial District in Bismarck. The role emphasizes extensive legal research and analysis to make recommendations on proposed dispositions.

Ideal candidates will have a JD from an accredited law school, related experience in research and writing, and the ability to obtain DAR or AAERT certification within six months.