Part-Time Law Clerk — Path to Associate (Paid)

Kaufman Dolowich LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chicago office of Kaufman Dolowich, LLP is seeking a Law Clerk in their 2nd or 3rd year of Law School to work part-time, with no experience required but clerkship experience with litigation and/or insurance coverage practices preferred.

This is a paid clerkship with the potential to return to the firm as an associate after passing the IL bar. Competitive hourly rate of $28.00 - $32.00/hr, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• On track to receive JD from an ABA-accredited Law School in May 2027 or 2028.
• Law Review/Law Journal or Moot Court is preferred.
• Sitting for the July 2027 or 2028 IL bar.
• Superior academic credentials and excellent written and oral communication.
• Clerkship or work experience (insurance coverage, professional liability, or employment litigation) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with attorneys and gain hands-on litigation experience.

Skills

Writing skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

JD candidate (May 2027/2028)

IL bar eligibility July 2027/2028

Job description

The Chicago office of Kaufman Dolowich, LLP is seeking a Law Clerk in their 2nd or 3rd year of Law School to work part-time, with no experience required but clerkship experience with litigation and/or insurance coverage practices preferred.

This is a paid clerkship with the potential to return to the firm as an associate after passing the IL bar. Competitive hourly rate of $28.00 - $32.00/hr, commensurate with experience and qualifications.