Review complaints, petitions, motions, or pleadings that have been filed to determine issues involved or basis for relief

Research laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, or other information related to cases before the court

Verify that all files, complaints, or other papers are available and in the proper order

Draft or proofread judicial opinions, decisions, or citations

Attend court sessions to hear oral arguments or record necessary case information

Confer with judges concerning legal questions, construction of documents, or granting of orders

Keep abreast of changes in the law and inform judges when cases are affected by such changes

Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, or statements of issues involved in cases, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations