Paid Public Service Law Clerk/Externship

State of Washington; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Law clerk benefits

Public Employees’ Retirement System

Paid holidays

Professional trainings

Location pay: Seattle

Job summary

Washington State Attorney General's Office seeks law clerk externs who have completed at least one year of ABA-accredited law school and are enrolled during the clerkship. This position emphasizes public service, exposure to litigation, and professional development within a diverse and inclusive office in Washington.

Clerks will research and draft memoranda and pleadings, assist with litigation preparation, and may observe court proceedings.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least one year of law school at an ABA-accredited law school and must be enrolled during the duration of service.
• Applicants should be committed to public service and demonstrate a diverse background in education, experience, activities and interests that enhance the office.
• Must be able to work in WA State for the duration of the clerkship.

Responsibilities

• Researching and writing memoranda, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Assist in preparation for litigation, including depositions, witness interviews, and discovery.
• Draft client advice memos and attend meetings where that advice is presented to the client; observe attorneys in court.
• Rule 9 law clerks may be allowed to present in court.

Job description

Washington State Attorney General's Office seeks law clerk externs who have completed at least one year of ABA-accredited law school and are enrolled during the clerkship. This position emphasizes public service, exposure to litigation, and professional development within a diverse and inclusive office in Washington.

Clerks will research and draft memoranda and pleadings, assist with litigation preparation, and may observe court proceedings.