Senior Law Clerk to Judge — Complex Civil Research & Drafting

Nycourts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 121,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Nycourts is seeking a Principal Law Clerk to support a Bronx County Supreme Court – Civil Term judge. The role involves researching and analyzing intricate legal issues, drafting opinions and orders, and coordinating with counsel on complex matters.

The position requires admission to the New York State Bar and either two years of service as Associate Law Clerk to a Judge or five years of relevant legal experience. Appointees serve at the judge's pleasure and may be reassigned as needed.

Qualifications

• Admittance to NYS Bar is required.
• Two years as Associate Law Clerk to Judge or five years of relevant legal experience required.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze complex legal issues for the assigned judge.
• Draft opinions, decisions, orders, and other written materials.
• Confer with lawyers on unusual or complex proceedings and review legal documents.
• Review and verify citations and advise the judge on legal issues.

Education

Admission to the New York State Bar

Two years of service as Associate Law Clerk to Judge or Five years of relevant legal experience

Job description

Nycourts is seeking a Principal Law Clerk to support a Bronx County Supreme Court – Civil Term judge. The role involves researching and analyzing intricate legal issues, drafting opinions and orders, and coordinating with counsel on complex matters.

The position requires admission to the New York State Bar and either two years of service as Associate Law Clerk to a Judge or five years of relevant legal experience. Appointees serve at the judge's pleasure and may be reassigned as needed.