Law Clerk

MRA-The Management Association; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO) for Holidays, Vacation, & Personal Time

Job summary

A personal injury law firm in West Des Moines is seeking a Law Clerk to provide legal support. Ideal for JD graduates, this role includes drafting legal documents, conducting research, and preparing for trials. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. The firm offers competitive benefits, reflecting its commitment to employee well-being and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates will have a Juris Doctorate degree and are eligible for the Iowa Bar exam.
• Demonstrated superior customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft summons, complaints, motions, and discovery pleadings.
• Conduct legal research and write briefs.
• Prepare for trials and screen potential clients.

Skills

Superior customer service skills

Innovative problem resolution

Ability to work independently

Ability to multi-task

Excellent verbal communication skills

Excellent written communication skills

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Law Clerk — Hupy and Abraham, West Des Moines, IA. This is a great opportunity for a recent JD graduate looking to gain more experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft summons/complaints, motions, discovery, and other pleadings
• Legal research
• Brief writing
• Screening potential clients
• Trial preparation
• Other duties as assigned by a litigation attorney

Requirements

• Qualified candidates will have a Juris Doctorate degree and are eligible or in the process of taking the Iowa Bar exam or licensed by the Iowa State Bar
• Demonstrated superior customer service skills
• Innovative problem resolution
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast paced/dynamic environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality

Benefits at a Glance

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Holidays, Vacation, & Personal Time

Founded in 1969 in Milwaukee, personal injury law firm Hupy and Abraham, S.C. has a record of success, collecting over $1 billion for over 70,000 satisfied clients. With 11 offices in Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa, the firm has a reputation of providing sound legal representation to accident victims and giving back to the community. The firm has donated more than $1 Million to thousands of charitable organizations.

Hupy and Abraham has received top rankings from national professional organizations and is voted best by the public. The firm and its staff have received over 250 awards praising its service and dedication to the legal field.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to note that Hupy and Abraham, S.C. participate in E-Verify, demonstrating our commitment to maintaining a legal and compliant workforce. Hupy and Abraham, S.C. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As part of our hiring process, we perform pre-employment background checks.