Law Clerk

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys representing defendants by providing support such as legal research and writing.
• Interviewing clients and performing other duties as required.
• Performing duties primarily in both office and courtroom settings.
• Traveling as needed.

Skills and Expectations

• Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
• Self-directed and comfortable working with the defense team which includes attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing workers, and office administrative staff.
• An understanding that it is a privilege to represent clients and doing so on behalf of the people of Kentucky.

Requirements

• Completion of twenty-four semester hours at an American Bar Association accredited law school.
• No prior experience required.
• No substitute education for experience.
• No substitute experience for education.
• No special requirements (age, licensure, regulation, etc.)

Working Conditions

• Primary duties performed in an office setting.
• Minimal travel may be required.

Probationary Period

• This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 12 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D