Law Clerk/Judicial Clerkship

Law Clerk - Judicial Clerkship: 

The Honorable Judge Paul W. Thompson is hiring for a law clerk and will be reviewing all cover letters, resumes, and writing samples - these are required to be submitted at the time of application.

Law Clerk duties include legal research and analysis, drafting of legal memoranda, review of pre-trial and post-trial motions, documents, and correspondence, RALJ appeals, and advising the court on issues of law.  Additionally, the law clerk provides administrative support – including supervision of jurors, scheduling, screening all correspondence and persons who wish to see the judge, and acting as a liaison between the judge and counsel, agencies, and the media.  

Applicants must have a J.D Degree from an accredited law school.  Required Attachments: cover letter, resume, and writing sample. If you do not submit these documents your application will be incomplete and not considered. 

County Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement, sick leave, holidays, commuting benefits, employee assistance and wellness programs.  

Voluntary Benefits: Deferred compensation, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, supplements insurance policies.