Job Description
North Dakota Court System is hiring a Law Clerk for their Williston location with a starting salary of $6,713 per month and $80,556 annually. This is a full-time, regular position in Unit 4 - District Court Judge Chambers. The North Dakota Court System offers an excellent benefits package including employer-paid family health insurance premiums, retirement contributions, and generous vacation and sick leave accruals.
General Summary:
The Law Clerk position provides an opportunity to work closely with a judge in the Northwest Judicial District Court Judge Chambers in Williston or as a remote position. Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a copy of law school transcript. This position requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, some related experience in conducting legal research and legal writing, and the ability to obtain an AAERT CER certification within six months of job entry.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and analyze legal issues and arguments for court decisions. - Prepare legal memoranda and draft opinions for the judge. - Compile references on law and decisions necessary for legal determinations. - Attend hearings and trials to assist the judge. - Record proceedings and maintain court logs and documents. - Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. - Some related experience in conducting legal research and legal writing. - Valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility. - AAERT CER certification (or ability to obtain within six months) for recording duties.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of general law, statutory law, and court case precedent. - Skilled in conducting legal research and drafting legal opinions. - Familiarity with legal research resources and software. - Ability to apply legal principles and rules to individual cases. - Skilled in Microsoft Word, Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Odyssey.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a copy of law school transcript. Please visit the North Dakota Court System website for more information and to apply. Applications will be accepted until 01/16/2025.
Supplemental Questionnaire:
- Are you willing to accept the starting salary of $6,713 per month? - What type of working arrangement are you interested in (remote, on-site, hybrid)? - Do you have a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility? - Do you have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school? - Do you have experience conducting legal research and legal writing? - If yes, please describe your experience in detail. - Have you worked as a law clerk for a justice of the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***? - Have you worked as a law clerk for a North Dakota District Court? - How familiar are you with Microsoft Word, Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Odyssey?
