Law Clerk

Chandler and Brown, Ltd.; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler and Brown, Ltd. in Woodbury, MN is seeking a Law Clerk to support attorneys with legal research, drafting, and review of estate planning, business planning, and other firm matters. The role is full-time and on-site, with collaboration across the legal team and strict confidentiality requirements.

The ideal candidate has strong legal knowledge or academic background, excellent drafting and writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with precision. J.D.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge or academic background in law, estate planning, and business law.
• Proficient in drafting, formatting, and reviewing legal instruments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with attorneys, staff, and clients.
• Solid research and writing skills using legal research tools; produce clear memoranda.
• Attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical conduct.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal and factual research.
• Prepare memoranda and organize case files.
• Assist drafting wills, trusts, corporate documents, and correspondence.
• Communicate with attorneys and staff to gather information and verify facts.
• Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and confidential.

Skills

Legal drafting

Legal research

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Organization

Ethical conduct

Education

J.D. or paralegal degree

Job description

Company Description

Chandler and Brown, Ltd., based in St. Paul, has been serving individuals, families, and closely held businesses in Minnesota and western Wisconsin for more than four decades. The firm is recognized for its strength in estate planning, wealth and property transfer, charitable giving, and high-quality business planning. Its attorneys emphasize timely, effective legal solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. The firm is service-oriented and approaches planning for clients' families and businesses with the same care and diligence they would apply to their own.

Role Description

The Law Clerk will support attorneys with legal research, drafting, and review of documents related to estate planning, business planning, and other firm practice areas. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting legal and factual research, preparing memoranda, organizing and maintaining case files, and assisting with the drafting of wills, trusts, corporate documents, and correspondence. The role also involves communicating with attorneys and staff to gather information, verify facts, and ensure accurate and complete documentation. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Woodbury, MN, requiring regular collaboration with the legal team and adherence to firm procedures and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge or academic background in law, particularly in estate planning and business law.
• Proficiency in legal document preparation, including drafting, formatting, and reviewing legal instruments.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, staff, and clients.
• Solid research and writing skills, including experience using legal research tools and producing clear, well-organized memoranda.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and capacity to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
• Enrollment in or completion of a law degree (J.D.) or paralegal program preferred.
• Prior experience in a law firm or legal setting, especially in estate or business planning, is beneficial.