Law Clerk

Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC (KNR); Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC (KNR) in Columbus, OH is seeking first, second, or third-year law students for a part-time Law Clerk position to gain practical legal experience.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes initiative to support the team and contribute to case work. This role offers exposure to research, drafting, and client communications in a busy personal injury firm.

Qualifications

• Current second or third year law student.
• Exceptional research and writing skills.
• Impeccable command of English grammar and spelling.

Responsibilities

• Researches relevant case law and statutory precedent to assist in developing solid arguments.
• Analyzes legal documents and briefs, ensuring accurate statement and depiction of facts, case law, and precedent.
• Prepares various types of correspondence with parties of the assigned case.
• Prepares, files, and delivers a variety of legal documents including affidavits, petitions, and pleadings.
• Drafts and files court documents and supporting papers.
• Attends and assists with negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and other meetings as required.
• Maintains exhibits, preparing and organizing various types of tangible evidence as needed for court appearances.
• Communicates with clients and their families to facilitate a positive working relationship.
• Reviews and interprets legal documents, including affidavits and sworn testimony.
• Reviews and files all documentation for easy retrieval.
• Creates schedules or attorneys' appointments.

Skills

Exceptional research & writing skills

Education

Second or third year law student

Job description

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Kisling, Nestico & Redick is one of the largest personal injury law firms in Ohio. We are currently seeking first, second or third‑year law students for part‑time Law Clerk positions at our Columbus location. The ideal candidate is an ambitious self‑starter who takes initiative to achieve team goals. This position will provide an excellent opportunity for practical legal experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Researches relevant case law and statutory precedent to assist in developing solid arguments
• Analyzes legal documents and briefs, ensuring accurate statement and depiction of facts, case law, and precedent provided, and reports any inconsistencies or suggested revisions to the attorney
• Prepares various types of correspondence with parties of the assigned case
• Prepares, files, and delivers a variety of legal documents including affidavits, petitions, and pleadings
• Drafts and files court documents and supporting papers
• Attends and assists with negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and other meetings as required
• Maintains exhibits, preparing and organizing various types of tangible evidence as needed for court appearances
• Communicates with clients and their families when necessary to facilitate a positive working relationship
• Reviews and interprets legal documents, including affidavits and sworn testimony
• Reviews and files all documentation for easy retrieval
• Creates schedules or attorneys' appointments
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Requirements

• Current second or third year law student
• Exceptional research and writing skills
• Impeccable command of English grammar and spelling

For full consideration, please upload a writing sample(s) and resume when completing our application.

Kisling, Nestico & Redick is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.