Off-Campus Law Clerk (Work-Study) – Research & Trial Prep

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY; Pennsylvania, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law is offering an off-campus work-study law clerk position for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role involves legal research, drafting briefs, and courtroom-related support.

Eligibility requires enrollment as a law student with work-study funds; the position is open to multiple students and the schedule is determined by the off-campus employer.

Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled Villanova Law student receiving work-study funds.
• Work-study placement with a federal, state, or local public agency or private non-profit organization.
• Position is open to varying numbers of students for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal research and drafting briefs as assigned.
• Witness preparation and courtroom assistance as needed.
• Assist in trial preparation, observe court matters, and participate in witness interviews or testimony.

Job description

Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law is offering an off-campus work-study law clerk position for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role involves legal research, drafting briefs, and courtroom-related support.

Eligibility requires enrollment as a law student with work-study funds; the position is open to multiple students and the schedule is determined by the off-campus employer.