Law Clerk I: Research, Drafting & Litigation Support

Aptonet; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptonet in Washington, DC seeks qualified Law Clerks to provide legal research, document preparation, and litigation support in a fast-paced environment. You will work under supervision to assist attorneys with complex matters and preparation of legal filings.

The role requires a law degree or ABA-approved status, strong research skills, and ability to work under deadlines on full-time hours, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• A law degree, current enrollment in an ABA-accredited law school with at least one year of completed study, or equivalent legal training, experience, or education.
• Sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources.
• Thorough knowledge of legal research tools, including LexisNexis and Westlaw.
• Hands-on experience with computer applications, including word processing, databases, document review and file management systems, spreadsheets, and imaging tools.
• Familiarity with electronically stored information (ESI), eDiscovery procedures, and related resources.
• Ability to consistently produce high-quality work under tight deadlines and significant time pressure.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex legal research to support attorneys and trial staff.
• Assist in preparing legal documents, including motions, briefs, memoranda of law, and other legal filings.
• Support the drafting of formal decisions in connection with legal claims and administrative proceedings.
• Review documents for relevance, privilege, and other applicable legal considerations.
• Research and interpret applicable statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Analyze complex factual scenarios and identify relevant legal issues.
• Assist attorneys throughout all phases of litigation.
• Support case management, document review, and legal file organization.
• Perform additional legal research and litigation support duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Education

Law degree or ABA-approved law school status

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Relativity

Job description

Aptonet in Washington, DC seeks qualified Law Clerks to provide legal research, document preparation, and litigation support in a fast-paced environment. You will work under supervision to assist attorneys with complex matters and preparation of legal filings.

The role requires a law degree or ABA-approved status, strong research skills, and ability to work under deadlines on full-time hours, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.