What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Clerk, Olmsted County, Honorable Pamela King position at Minnesota Judicial Branch?

Expand your court experience or begin your legal career as a District Court Law Clerk!

A District Court Law Clerk has the opportunity to gain insight into judicial and court processes within the Minnesota Judicial Branch with a courtroom perspective on the administration of justice.

This Law Clerk will work directly with the Honorable Pamela King performing professional legal research, preparing memoranda, opinions, and orders, and performing related administrative work. This position provides support for the functions of a Judge to uphold the court's mission of providing justice through a system that assures equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies. The work location for this position is the Olmsted County Courthouse located at 151 Fourth Street SE, Rochester, MN 55904.

What You Will Do

The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position:

Review and research laws, court decisions, briefs, and other legal authorities
Confer with judge regarding legal issues, prepares legal memoranda, and assists with drafting orders for judge
May attend court sessions to observe court proceedings and record case information
May perform administrative duties within judge’s chambers

What You Must Have

To be considered for employment as a Law Clerk, you must meet the following qualification(s): Graduation from an accredited law school at time of employment

What You Will Bring

Knowledge of laws, court rules, and sources of legal reference
Knowledge of court practices and procedures
Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with a diverse group of people including attorneys and pro se parties
Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles
Ability to represent the court in a respectful manner
Skill in the operation of a personal computer with work processing and legal research software
Ability to professionally exhibit cultural sensitivity, patience, and understanding in the course of work duties

Supplemental Information:

Instructions for Applying

Please submit your online application with resume, cover letter, writing sample, and references.

Why Work for Us?

Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth.

Employee Benefits

The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family’s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers . Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at 3rdDistrictHR@courts.state.mn.us. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

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