Term Law Clerk

United States Courts; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Courts in Wichita, KS seeks a professional to conduct extensive legal research, draft orders and opinions on various motions in criminal and civil cases, and support judges in courtroom proceedings.

The role also includes case management duties and coordinating with counsel to ensure procedural compliance, with opportunities to contribute to all phases of federal casework.

Strong writing and analytical skills are essential; prior clerkship or court experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Ability to draft orders and opinions with clarity.
• Experience communicating with counsel and handling case management tasks.

Responsibilities

• Legal research, writing, and drafting orders and opinions
• Communicating with counsel regarding case management and procedural requirements
• Various legal and administrative duties as assigned

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Courtroom assistance

Job description

This position will include extensive legal research and writing, drafting of orders and opinions on a variety of motions in both criminal and civil cases, assisting the judge during courtroom proceedings, and case management responsibilities.

Representative Duties:

• Legal research, writing, and drafting orders and opinions
• Communicating with counsel regarding case management and procedural requirements
• Various legal and administrative duties as assigned

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.