Career Law Clerk
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$ 73430 - 106349
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Job Description:
The Nebraska Court of Appeals 4th Judicial District is accepting applications for a fulltime Career Law Clerk. Career law clerks are hired at the discretion of the justice or judge. The law clerk is under the exclusive supervision of the justice or judge by whom they are hired and is an atwill employee. This position involves highly responsible legal work including legal research and analysis and assisting with the drafting of opinions. The office location is 1210 Golden Gate Drive Papillion Nebraska.
JOB DUTIES:
The experienced attorney in this position directly assists a Supreme Court justice or Court of Appeals judge with case specific duties such as analyzing and researching cases in the preparation of memoranda reports briefs letters legal opinions and similar documents. Assistance is provided in reviewing final opinions for accuracy citation format grammar and punctuation. Assistance with supervision and training of law clerk interns or interns as needed. Daily communication with judges other chamber staff and Clerks Office employees concerning legal and courtrelated issues.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an American Bar Association approved law school (top 10 of class preferred) and admission to the Nebraska State Bar Association or eligibility therefore. At least two years of law related experience.
All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.
Knowledge Skills Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles methods materials and practices of legal research including the use of Westlaw and LEXIS. Demonstrated ability to organize electronic material to digest and abstract studies and opinions to communicate clearly and concisely and experience using word processing skills.
Physical Requirements
Law clerks must at times work varying hours and with some travel. Normal office hazards are encountered i.e. prolonged sitting along with the stress derived from the complexity of legal research and the confidential nature of the work.
Salary Range: $73430.28 $106349.12 per year
*Please note: Annual salary increases will occur July 1 each year. Amount to be determined. Salary listed is current July 2024 salary year. Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.
Apply as soon as possible; applications will close when the position is filled.
TO APPLY: Please send cover letter resume references unofficial grade transcript and writing sample via email to .
The Judicial Branch values our employees as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity equity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job qualifications at all levels without regard to race religion sex age national origin disability marital status sexual orientation or genetics. The Judicial Branch adheres to Veterans Preference Laws.
Notify the Administrative Officeif ADA accommodation is needed in the selection process. For persons with hearing impairments please call the Nebraska Relay System 711. AA/EOE
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Employment Type
Full-Time
