Judicial Law Clerks assist judges in court or by conducting research or preparing legal documents.
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- Judicial Law Clerks
- Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
What do they typically do
- 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
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Education & Training
- Education Most require a graduate degree like a master's, Ph.D., M.D., or law degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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