Law Clerk (3L), L&E Litigation - Orange County

Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP in Orange County seeks a 3rd year law student for a part-time law clerk position (15–20 hours per week). You will gain hands-on experience in employment litigation defense, working closely with attorneys on matters including single-plaintiff claims, wage and hour actions, and PAGA matters.

Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting motions and briefs, preparing discovery and other litigation documents, assisting with case strategy, and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a 3rd year law student at an ABA-accredited law school.
• Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in litigation and/or employment law.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong legal analysis and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Preferred candidate plans to sit for the California State Bar Examination following graduation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, discovery and other litigation documents.
• Assist with case strategy and preparation.
• Participate in client communications and case-related meetings.
• Gain exposure to hearings, mediations, depositions, and other proceedings.

Skills

Litigation

Employment law

Legal research

Drafting

Case management

Education

3rd year law student

Job description

MHS is seeking a 3rd year law clerk to help our Orange County office on a part‑time basis, approximately 15‑20 hours per week, with scheduling to accommodate the demands of law school. The law clerk will gain hands‑on experience in employment litigation defense. The law clerk will work closely with attorneys on a variety of matters, including single‑plaintiff employment lawsuits, wage and hour class actions, and PAGA matters. Responsibilities will include conducting legal research, drafting motions, briefs, discovery and other litigation documents, assisting with case strategy and preparation, and participating in client communications and case‑related meetings. This position will provide opportunities to gain litigation experience through involvement in hearings, mediations, depositions, and other proceedings.

Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP (“MHS”) is a national law firm focusing on labor and employment defense and business litigation. Based in Atlanta, with additional offices in Chicago, Dallas, New York, Orange County, Sacramento, and San Diego, MHS litigates labor and employment matters on behalf of all of its clients, including several national employers.

Compensation: $35/hour

Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a 3rd year law student at an ABA‑accredited law school
• Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in litigation and/or employment law
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong legal analysis and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
• Preferred candidate plans to sit for the California State Bar Examination following graduation and pursue admission to the California State Bar