Law Clerk for District Attorney Office

About the role

The White Pine County District Attorney’s office is seeking a qualified and highly motivated Law Clerk to provide comprehensive legal research and analytical support to attorney staff. This is a limited scope position designed to provide practical experience to recent law school graduates as they prepare to undertake the requirements necessary to become licensed Nevada attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Researches applicable legal and factual issues using computerized techniques and/or law library materials at the direction of an attorney;
• Interprets and applies laws, court decisions and other legal authorities in the preparation of briefs, pleadings and other legal papers;
• Drafts memoranda, motions and other documents related to specific cases or issues;
• Researches and explains departmental, County and State procedures to attorneys and departmental support staff;
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the District Attorney's services to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team;
• Maintains accurate records and files; prepares a variety of records and reports as assigned;
• Uses standard office equipment, including a computer in the performance of the work;
• May drive a personal or County vehicle in the course of the work.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school; OR Current enrollment in an accredited law school with completion of at least two years of study.
• Experience: Experience in performing legal research and/or writing legal opinions or documents is desirable; Prior legal internship, externship, or clerkship experience preferred.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Knowledge: Demonstrated experience in legal research and writing required; Knowledge of methods and techniques of legal research and investigation; Court procedure, applicable laws, codes and regulations, and rules of evidence; Computer applications, particularly as related to the performance of legal research; Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment; Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation; Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Skills: Identifying and analyzing legal issues presented in pleadings, motions, and evidentiary materials; Conducting independent legal research using statutes, case law, and electronic legal research tools; Applying legal principles to case facts and formulating well-reasoned legal conclusions; Preparing clear, concise, and well-organized legal memoranda, recommendations, and written reports; Presenting legal analyses and recommendations verbally and in writing; Listening carefully to oral arguments and discussions to identify underlying legal issues; Utilizing legal research software, word processing programs, and email systems efficiently; Operating standard office equipment, including telephones, calculators, copiers, fax machines, and scanners; Reading and interpreting safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance procedures, and policy manuals.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk. The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; reach with hands and arms; and perform repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000
FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule

Full-time 40 hours per week

Benefits

Position Hours: Full-time 40 hours per week
Pay Rate: Salary Range $80,000 - $90,000
FLSA Status: Exempt

Closing Date

Open until filled

Application Instructions

Applications are available from the HR Office located at 801 Clark St.
Applications can be requested through email by contacting HR Director at mhalsey@whitepinecountynv.gov or by calling (775)-293-6596.
Applications should include (1) resume; (2) transcript of law school grades; (3) writing sample; and (4) letters of recommendations (optional).

Contact Information

The DA may request a virtual interview.