Veterans Disability Law Clerk — Research & Drafting

Disability Law Group; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Generous PTO policy

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Disability Law Group in Michigan is seeking a Law Clerk to assist attorneys and case managers with substantial legal and medical research, writing, and record review. This role offers independence, flexibility, and the opportunity to contribute to impactful disability cases.

The position involves drafting nexus letters, DBQs, briefs, and memoranda, with hybrid work available after training. Competitive pay, BCBS benefits, PTO, and professional development are included.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
• Problem-solving ability and a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research software.
• Prior experience in legal research, writing, or veterans' benefits law is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review documents, including medical records, service treatment records, military reports, and other correspondence.
• Conduct legal and medical research to support case development and strategy.
• Communicate with case managers and attorneys regarding any relevant case issues.
• Draft case file summaries, briefs, nexus letters, DBQs, and other legal content for attorney review.
• Maintain departmental goals and ensure all assigned tasks are up to date.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Organization

Problem solving

Teamwork

Veterans' benefits law experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal research software

Job description

Disability Law Group in Michigan is seeking a Law Clerk to assist attorneys and case managers with substantial legal and medical research, writing, and record review. This role offers independence, flexibility, and the opportunity to contribute to impactful disability cases.

The position involves drafting nexus letters, DBQs, briefs, and memoranda, with hybrid work available after training. Competitive pay, BCBS benefits, PTO, and professional development are included.