Summer 2027 Law Clerk - CL

Jobless; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $25

Work-from-home Mondays

Educational resources

Snacks and beverages

Free parking

Nice work environment

Job summary

PJI Law, a boutique, busy and fast-growing firm in Fairfax, Virginia, offers an enriching in-office externship for law students seeking to sharpen their civil litigation skills. As a law clerk, you will organize case files, draft memoranda, motions, and briefs under attorney supervision, perform legal research, and collaborate with attorneys and staff on civil cases.

Requirements include enrollment as a 2L or higher, GPA of 3.0, and 120 hours minimum; compensation is $25 per hour with perks like

Qualifications

• Enrollment as a 2L or higher in an accredited law school.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent research and writing abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in MS Office, Google Workspace, and legal research software.
• Minimum hours required: 120 hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing and managing extensive civil litigation case files.
• Draft legal documents including memoranda, motions, and briefs under attorney supervision.
• Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff on civil litigation cases.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Organization

Teamwork

Education

2L or higher in law school

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Legal research software

Job description

PJI Law, a boutique, busy, and fast-growing law firm in Fairfax, Virginia, is offering an enriching, in-office Externship. This role presents both challenging and rewarding experiences for law students seeking to sharpen their legal skills. As a law clerk, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our civil litigation attorneys. If you're a law student eager to apply your classroom knowledge in a practical, real-world legal environment, this externship is for you.

Your duties as Law Clerk would include:

• Assist in organizing and managing extensive case files related to civil litigation.
• Draft legal documents, including memoranda, motions, and briefs under the supervision of an attorney.
• Conduct legal research using various resources to support case preparation and strategy.
• Work closely with attorneys and legal support team members on civil litigation cases.

Requirements:

• Enrollment as a 2L or higher in an accredited law school.
• A minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent research and writing abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and legal research software.
• Minimum hours required: 120 hours

Benefits:

• $25.00 per hour.
• Work-from-home Mondays.
• Fun and growth-driven team events.
• Access to educational resources.
• Complimentary snacks and beverages.
• Free and convenient parking.
• A beautiful, new, and clean work environment.