Law Clerk/Judicial Clerkship

Snohomish County, WA; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement

Commuting Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Holidays

Leave

Job summary

The Honorable Judge Paul W. Thompson in Snohomish County seeks a law clerk to perform legal research, draft memoranda, review pre- and post-trial motions, and advise the court on legal issues. The role also includes administrative duties such as supervising jurors, scheduling, and acting as a liaison between the judge, counsel, agencies, and the public.

An applicant must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school and be prepared to provide thoughtful, timely written analyses and well-organized

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized school of law. Must pass job related tests.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic research on legal issues before court; briefs and summarizes files in preparation for sentencing.
• Collects trial related data; validates authority in legal documents and assists in the preparation of written opinions and memorandum decisions.
• Receives, reviews and summarizes issues for pre and post trial motions.
• Screens persons desiring to see judges (such as attorneys, pro se litigants, and the general public) and maintains judges' appointment and hearing schedules.
• Maintains orderly conduct and security in courtrooms, including the opening and closing of court.
• Insures the courtroom is trial ready with both counsel tables clear, equipment is in working order, and jury deliberation rooms are stocked, cleaned and ready for proceedings.
• Keeps all library and research material current including delivery of replacement materials and recycling of outdated material.
• Prepares jury instructions and supervises jurors during times when not seated in jury box such as providing beverages and services while in the deliberation room, arranges for and may escort to and from meals, and assumes responsibility for sequestration when mandated.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analysis of precedents

Court procedures

Communication skills

Education

J.D. degree

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

Online legal databases

Job description

Description

The Honorable Judge Paul W. Thompson is hiring for a law clerk.

Law Clerk duties include legal research and analysis, drafting of legal memoranda, review of pre-trial and post-trial motions, documents and correspondence, RALJ appeals, and advising the court on issues of law. Additionally, the law clerk provides administrative support – including supervision of jurors, scheduling, screening all correspondence and persons who wish to see the judge, and acting as a liaison between the judge and counsel, agencies, and the media.

Applicants must have a J.D. Degree from an accredited law school.

Required Attachments: cover letter, resume, and writing sample.

County Benefits

• Medical insurance
• dental and vision insurance
• retirement
• sick leave
• holidays
• commuting benefits
• employee assistance and wellness programs

Voluntary Benefits

• Deferred compensation
• supplemental life insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• supplements insurance policies

Job Duties

• Performs basic research on legal issues before court; briefs and summarizes files in preparation for sentencing.
• Collects trial related data; validates authority in legal documents and assists in the preparation of written opinions and memorandum decisions.
• Receives, reviews and summarizes issues for pre and post trial motions.
• Screens persons desiring to see judges (such as attorneys, pro se litigants, and the general public) and maintains judges' appointment and hearing schedules.
• Maintains orderly conduct and security in courtrooms, including the opening and closing of court.
• Insures the courtroom is trial ready with both counsel tables clear, equipment is in working order, and jury deliberation rooms are stocked, cleaned and ready for proceedings.
• Keeps all library and research material current including delivery of replacement materials and recycling of outdated material.
• Prepares jury instructions and supervises jurors during times when not seated in jury box such as providing beverages and services while in the deliberation room, arranges for and may escort to and from meals, and assumes responsibility for sequestration when mandated.
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from a recognized school of law. Must pass job related tests.

Knowledge And Abilities

• Superior Court procedures
• laws of the State of Washington
• online legal research resources

Ability To

• exercise good judgment as to when to act independently and when to refer situations to higher authority
• perform legal research, and analyze and apply legal principles and precedents to legal problems
• communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• follow verbal and written instructions
• maintain required records and prepare clear, concise written reports
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with jurors, attorneys, associates, other county employees, and the general public
• effectively and efficiently navigate numerous computer applications and systems
• demonstrate flexibility by providing on-call law clerk coverage for other members of the bench as the need arises
• demonstrate strong organizational skills including consistently handling multiple matters at any one time

SUPERVISION

Research work is performed with a wide degree of latitude for exercise of good judgment, accuracy, and timely completion. General supervision is provided by respective Superior Court Judge.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is performed in the usual office environment and courtroom.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.

County Benefits

Visit www.snohomishcountywa.gov/Benefits to learn more about the following benefits.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement
• Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&DD) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Commuting Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
• Leave & Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

• Deferred Compensation 457(b)
• Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
• Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&DD)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies

Healthcare Premiums

• Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these monthly premiums for medical insurance. The County pays the monthly premiums for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
• Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay pro-rated monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.

Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County's ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Guide to learn more.