Post Bar Law Clerk (CA Bar 2027)

Albert and Mackenzie; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bar dues covered

CLEs covered

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Albert & Mackenzie in California seeks a Law Clerk to support our workers’ compensation defense team. The role offers remote work optional or the option to work from our San Diego office locations, with a focus on research, drafting, and case preparation.

Candidates should have a law degree from an accredited school, be planning to take the July 2027 California Bar Exam, and have passed the MPRE with good character determinations.

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school.
• Excellent writing and grammar skills.
• Strong ability to proofread and edit legal documents.
• Ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Discretion in handling confidential information and multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with lien claimants.
• Navigate a case management system.
• Write reports for clients.
• Summarize recent case law and updates.
• Perform other duties as assigned by attorneys.

Skills

Excellent writing

Proofreading

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Independent work

Discretion and tact

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

Dropbox

Job description

Albert & Mackenzie is a well-established and expanding workers’ compensation defense law firm with a strong presence across California. Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for six consecutive years (2021–2026), the firm has also earned multiple Best Places to Work awards.

Join our team of experienced attorneys as a Law Clerk and gain valuable experience in the legal field. Our firm offers training, professional development, comprehensive benefits, employer-paid Bar dues and CLEs, and much more.

(Must be planning to take the July 2027 California Bar Exam. Must have passed the MPRE and received Moral Character determination approval by the time the position begins in September 2027)

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate with lien claimants
• Navigate a case management system
• Write reports for clients
• Summarize recent case law and updates
• Perform other duties as assigned by attorneys

Required Skills And Qualifications

• A law degree from an accredited law school
• Excellent writing, proofreading, spelling, and grammar skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and Dropbox or other shared cloud storage
• Ability to interact effectively with the public, clients, and employees; maintain confidentiality and use discretion and tact; work independently in the absence of specific instruction
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work well under pressure with the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Critical thinking skills, problem-solving ability, and pride in work product are essential.

Compensation:

$75,000/year for full-time, plus a $50 monthly electronics reimbursement

Location

Remote optional OR from one of our office locations: Agoura Hills, Encino, Oxnard, Ontario, Anaheim, Roseville, San Diego

Note: The ideal candidate will be hard-working, inquisitive, and willing to take initiative. This is a fast-paced position that requires excellent verbal and written communication skills. A law degree and pending California State Bar results are required.

Albert & Mackenzie ensures equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Full-time employees receive a competitive compensation package that features discretionary bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and optional dental coverage.

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