Summer 2027 Law Clerk - CL

PJI Law; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$25.00 per hour.

Work-from-home Mondays.

Fun and growth-driven team events.

Access to educational resources.

Complimentary snacks and beverages.

Free parking.

A beautiful, new, and clean work env

Job summary

PJI Law in Fairfax, VA is offering an in-office Law Clerk externship for 2Ls and above to sharpen civil litigation skills. You will draft memos, motions, briefs, and conduct legal research under attorney supervision, while organizing case files and supporting a busy civil litigation team.

This externship requires at least 120 hours, pays $25 per hour, and includes benefits such as work-from-home Mondays, access to educational resources, snacks, parking, and a modern workspace in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Research skills

Writing skills

Teamwork

Independent work

MS Office

Google Workspace

Legal research software

Education

Enrollment in law school (2L+)

Minimum GPA 3.0

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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.

Thank you for taking the time to read this listing, and if you believe you would be a good fit for the position, we look forward to hearing from you!