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Commonwealth of Kentucky · 23 hours ago

Law Clerk

Catlettsburg, KY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$50K/yr - $50K/yr

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Department of Public Advocacy is seeking a Law Clerk to assist the criminal defense team in the Boyd Trial Office. The role involves providing legal research and writing support, as well as interviewing clients to ensure effective representation of defendants.

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Responsibilities

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

Interviewing clients and other duties as required

Qualification

JD degreeLegal researchLegal writingPlanning skillsOrganizational skills

Required

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

Demonstrated a desire to help often the most vulnerable in their communities

Exhibits exceptional planning/organizational skills

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