Law Clerk – Public Defense: Research, Drafting & Trial Prep

State-of-Minnesot; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Retirement savings

Paid holidays

Floating holidays

Vacation & sick time

Employee assistance program

Additional life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Metro Pass

Deferred compensation

Pre-tax accounts

Job summary

The State of Minnesota Board of Public Defense is seeking a law clerk to support direct client services under the supervision of experienced attorneys. Responsibilities include legal research, drafting briefs, and assisting in trial preparation, with court appearances as needed.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a law school program and passionate about serving indigent clients from diverse communities. Opportunities exist in district or appellate offices, managed by senior Public Defenders or

Qualifications

• Legal research and drafting briefs experience preferred.
• Ability to assist in trial preparation and court appearances.
• Interest in serving indigent clients under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to clients under supervision.
• Conduct legal research, draft briefs, and assist in trial prep.
• Attend court appearances as required.

Skills

Interest in diverse communities

Education

Enrolled in law school

Job description

The State of Minnesota Board of Public Defense is seeking a law clerk to support direct client services under the supervision of experienced attorneys. Responsibilities include legal research, drafting briefs, and assisting in trial preparation, with court appearances as needed.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a law school program and passionate about serving indigent clients from diverse communities. Opportunities exist in district or appellate offices, managed by senior Public Defenders or