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Commonwealth of Kentucky · 2 hours ago

Law Clerk

Prestonsburg, KY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$43K/yr - $65K/yr

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is hiring a Law Clerk to assist the criminal defense team in the Prestonsburg Trial Office. The role involves providing support to attorneys through legal research, client interviews, and other related duties, ensuring that the criminal justice process is fair and just.

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Responsibilities

Clerks assist attorneys representing defendants by providing support such as legal research and writing

Interview clients

Other duties as required

Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings

Travel is required

Qualification

JD degreeLegal researchLegal writingOrganizational skillsPlanning skillsSelf-directedTeam collaboration

Required

Completion of twenty-four semester hours at an American Bar Association accredited law school

Demonstrated a desire to help the most vulnerable in their communities

Exhibit exceptional planning and organizational skills

Self-directed and comfortable working with a defense team which includes attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing workers, and office administrative staff