What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Clerk to Justice Noah P. Hood position at Michigan Supreme Court?
The Michigan Supreme Court is currently seeking qualified applicants for a clerkship with Justice Noah P. Hood. Clerkships typically last for one to two years. The person in this position reports to the Justice and his Senior Law Clerk and assists with evaluating cases filed with the Court and administrative matters within the Court’s jurisdiction.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Review applications for leave to appeal and cases scheduled for conference consideration. Prepare summaries and recommendations for the Justice;
- Review memos prepared by the other Justices’ chambers and prepare responsive memos;
- Confer with the Justice on pending matters before the Court;
- As directed by the Justice, draft memos to the Court advocating his position;
- Prepare bench memos in advance of oral arguments, including reviewing the case record, conducting required legal research, summarizing important facts and arguments, and providing a recommendation on disposition;
- Attend and review transcripts of oral arguments of assigned cases;
- Prepare draft opinions, concurrences, and dissents. Peer review opinions prepared by other clerks. Advocate proposed changes per the Justice’s instructions with regard to opinions issued by other chambers;
- Review and analyze administrative agenda items and conduct legal research and follow-up;
- Track current developments in the law, including reading Supreme Court and Court of Appeals opinions, legal periodicals, and other relevant information;
- Assign research projects to and supervise research activities of unpaid legal interns;
- Draft speeches and perform other duties as necessary.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required, as well as significant legal research and writing experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Windows. The hiring Justice may prefer experience with the Court of Appeals or another judicial forum.
LOCATION: Hall of Justice in Lansing, Michigan. Hybrid work may be available in accordance with the MSC/SCAO Remote Work Policy.
TO APPLY: Please send your cover letter, résumé, transcripts (unofficial is acceptable), two letters of recommendation, and one writing sample in either Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat to jobapps@courts.mi.gov. Please include “Clerkship- Justice Hood” in the subject line.
POSTING DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
First review of applicants will begin September 29, 2025
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $81,097.92 - $105,819.84 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $81,098 - $105,820
