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NEOGOV · 5 months ago

Extra Help Law Clerk

NEOGOV is seeking an Extra Help Law Clerk for the Public Defender's office in Visalia, CA. The role involves assisting in legal research, preparation of trial briefs, and examination of case files to support attorneys in their work.

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Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of trial briefs, points and authority on motions, writs and appeals
Study, interpret and apply laws, court decisions and other legal authority for use in the preparation of cases, opinions and briefs
Assist in the preparation of pleadings, abstracts, deeds, agreements and other documents
Examine case files to prepare witness subpoena lists

Qualification

Law school completionCriminal law knowledgeLegal document preparationLegal research skillsOffice equipment operationWriting legal documentsCourtroom presentationsEffective communicationOrganizational skills

Required

Equivalent to completion of one (1) year from a law school accredited by the Committee of Bar Examiners of the State Bar of California, or successful completion of the first year law student's examination, (California mini-bar) is required in order to be qualified for this position
Knowledge of criminal law and procedure
Skill/Ability to work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers
Skill/Ability to operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment
Skill/Ability to utilize reference materials in a law library and analyze court decisions to assist attorneys
Skill/Ability to read and comprehend complex legal language
Skill/Ability to write clear, concise and accurate legal documents
Skill/Ability to work under pressure of deadlines
Skill/Ability to communicate verbally to convey legal information or ideas to others
Skill/Ability to record information and condense at later time
Skill/Ability to organize and coordinate work
Skill/Ability to work effectively with co-workers
Skill/Ability to retain and recall information
Skill/Ability to follow instructions

Preferred

Knowledge of legal citations to assist attorneys
Knowledge of interviewing techniques
Knowledge of trial procedures and rules of evidence
Skill/Ability to make effective presentations in a courtroom situation

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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