Law Clerk for the Honorable Judge Janzen, Hennepin County
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Job Location:
Minneapolis, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Expand your court experience or begin your legal career as a District Court Law Clerk.
This position is in the chambers of the Honorable Lisa Janzen in the 4th Judicial District - Hennepin County. Judge Janzens chambers is located downtown Minneapolis in the Hennepin County Government Center. Judge Janzen is currently assigned to the Criminal Division handling Felony cases.Interest and experience in criminal law is an asset.
Law Clerks in Hennepin County work directly with a District Court Judge conducting legal research preparing Orders and completing clerical and administrative tasks. This position supports the functions of a District Court Judge to uphold the courts mission of providing justice through a system that assures equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.
- Conduct legal research
- Write legal orders and prepare jury instructions
- Perform in courtroom clerking duties and complete court record entries
- Communicate with court justice partners parties and members of the public concerning scheduling and other administrative matters on behalf of the judge
- Maintaining judges calendar and scheduling cases
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education and Experience:
Law Clerk
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Minimum Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of general law state law established precedent and sources of legal reference
- Knowledge of court practices and procedures
- Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing
- Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles
- Ability to work in an inclusive multicultural environment that values diversity and relationships
- Ability to professionally exhibit cultural sensitivity patience and understanding in the course of work duties
- Ability to represent the court in a respectful manner
- Skill in the operation of a personal computer with word processing and legal research software
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
- Complete and submit your online application with resume and cover letter attached by March 20 2026.
- All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of a criminal background check. An employment offer may be rescinded if the background check identifies job related convictions.
- Please contact Human Resources with questions regarding this posting via email:; or phone: .
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Required Experience:
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- Clerical Experience
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- Legal Research
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- Administrative Experience
- Creative Writing
- Technical Support
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