Law Clerk - Attorney General's Office

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Utah Attorney General's Office is seeking a part-time Law Clerk in Salt Lake City, UT. The position offers hourly compensation starting at $26 for 1st-year law students, $28 for 2nd-year, and $30 for 3rd-year students or graduates.

The role is in-office with a criminal history check and background screening. Clerks will draft litigation documents, perform legal research, analyze cases, and prepare materials for review.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a law program.

Responsibilities

• Drafts litigation documents and prepares concise legal decisions based on case facts, legal analysis, and compliance with state and federal standards.
• Analyzes case information and determines case status.
• Monitors, tracks, and follows up on documentation, case files, and assignments to ensure timely completion and compliance with established deadlines.
• Conducts legal research, gathers evidence, and prepares cases for review and litigation.
• Reviews cases, applications, files, and records and determines appropriate actions or next steps.

Education

Currently enrolled in a law program

Job description

Law Clerk - Attorney General's Office

FT / PT Status – Part-Time
Salary – $26.00 - $30.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site
Application Deadline – 1/15/2027

Key Responsibilities

The Utah Attorney General's Office invites current law students to apply for clerkship opportunities for spring and/or summer 2027. Clerkships may be eligible for school credit. To determine eligibility, please speak with your college or university's internship coordinator.

Law clerks perform a wide variety of tasks such as preparing legal documents, conducting legal analysis, and conducting research. Often, law clerks will prepare draft opinions for cases that will act as the foundation for lawyers and judges. They also assist throughout a case by preparing legal documents, including petitions, complaints, and affidavits.

For a complete list of divisions, please refer to our website: https://attorneygeneral.utah.gov/. The nature and extent of each assignment will be determined by the needs and functions of the division in which the student clerks.

Law clerks work part-time at a beginning rate of $26/hour for 1st-year law students, $28 for 2nd-year law students, and $30 for 3rd-year law students or recent graduates.

Responsibilities

• Drafts litigation documents and prepares concise legal decisions based on case facts, legal analysis, and compliance with state and federal standards.


• Analyzes case information and determines case status.


• Monitors, tracks, and follows up on documentation, case files, and assignments to ensure timely completion and compliance with established deadlines.


• Conducts legal research, gathers evidence, and prepares cases for review and litigation.


• Reviews cases, applications, files, and records and determines appropriate actions or next steps.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a law program

About the Role

Location – 160 East 300 South
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – AG - Employees at the Attorney General's Office

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here.

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.


• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.


• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.


• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Office of the Utah Attorney General

As counselors, protectors, and stewards, the Office plays a vital role in defending both the U.S. and Utah constitutions, protecting residents, and preserving the resources that make Utah special. You’ll contribute to upholding justice, advising state agencies, and safeguarding the rights and interests of Utah’s citizens. With responsibilities ranging from prosecuting corporate misconduct to enforcing public lands policy and supporting children’s justice initiatives, your work here will be both diverse and rewarding. Join a team dedicated to serving the public and advancing the cause of justice in Utah.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].