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LAW CLERK PROGRAM – PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION
Bert McDowell Injury Law, LLC
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Part-Time | $18–$22 per hour
About the Opportunity
Bert McDowell Injury Law is seeking motivated law students to join our Law Clerk Program in our Bridgeport office. This is a hands-on opportunity for students who have completed at least their first year of law school and want meaningful experience in personal-injury litigation.Our law clerks do more than observe. Working under attorney supervision, you will participate in the lifecycle of real cases and develop practical skills that will prepare you for legal practice. We offer a comprehensive training program, ongoing mentorship, and the opportunity to grow with our firm.What You’ll Learn and Do
- Assist with drafting complaints, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other litigation documents
- Review medical records, accident reports, insurance documents, and case files
- Help prepare trial, arbitration, mediation, and deposition binders
- Conduct legal research and prepare concise written analyses
- Assist with written discovery and document production
- Organize evidence, exhibits, medical records, and damages documentation
- Support attorneys with deposition, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation
- Learn personal-injury case strategy from intake through resolution
- Gain exposure to both pre-litigation and active litigation matters
- Participate in structured training and receive feedback from experienced attorneys and staff
What We’re Looking For
- Current law student who has completed at least the first year of law school; 2L, 3L, 4L students are encouraged to apply
- Genuine interest in litigation, trial advocacy, or personal-injury law
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational ability
- Professional, dependable, and eager to learn
- Able to manage deadlines and multiple assignments
- Comfortable working collaboratively in a fast-paced law-firm environment
- Able to work part-time from our Bridgeport office
Why Join Bert McDowell Injury Law?
We are building a program for law students who want to become capable, confident litigators—not simply add a line to their résumés. You will receive structured training, meaningful assignments, and exposure to the practical side of representing injured clients.We are especially interested in candidates who want to establish a long-term relationship with the firm. Strong performers may be considered for expanded responsibilities and future opportunities as they progress through law school and begin their legal careers.Compensation and Schedule
- $18–$22 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
- Part-time position
- In-person work at our Bridgeport office
- Schedule designed to accommodate law-school commitments
How to Apply. Please submit the following through Indeed:
- Résumé
- Brief cover letter explaining your interest in personal-injury litigation and the Law Clerk Program
Bert McDowell Injury Law, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value professionalism, initiative, collaboration, and a commitment to serving clients with care.
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- What year are you in law school?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22