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Superior Court of Los Angeles County · 1 week ago

Law Clerk 3L Cohort 2026 (3L Applicants Only)

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$91K/yr - $96K/yr

The Superior Court of Los Angeles County is the largest unified trial court in the United States, employing over 4,800 staff members. They are seeking Law Clerks who will conduct legal research, analyze motions, and prepare written recommendations as part of a cohort starting in September 2026.

Government

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research

Analyze motions and other matters on calendar to expedite court calendars

Prepare written recommendations there on

Perform related duties as assigned

Qualification

Legal researchWritten communicationOral communicationAnalytical abilityRelationship buildingTime management

Required

Current enrollment in a Juris Doctor program at an accredited school of law, in good standing, and within six months of graduation (if selected, offer will be contingent upon proof of both graduation and eligibility to take the California Bar Examination)

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to conduct legal research independently, apply the law to the facts and reach a sound, well-supported conclusion about the motion or other matter

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with judicial officers and others in the workplace

Ability to manage competing priorities effectively and meet deadlines

Resume

3 professional references

Law School transcripts from all law schools attended (unofficial transcripts accepted)

2 writing samples demonstrating your analytical ability (i.e. drafted pleading, legal publication, legal writing class assignment, etc.; an introductory paragraph explaining the nature of the writing sample is encouraged, i.e., indicating the purpose for which it was written, how much is your own original work, if it is an excerpt from a larger work, etc.)

Law School Diploma or letter from your law school's Registrar's Office verifying that a degree has been conferred

Updated Law School transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted)

Proof of eligibility to take the California Bar Examination

Benefits

Comprehensive options for medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

A retirement pension savings plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

14 paid holidays

Company

Superior Court of Los Angeles County

The Superior Court of Los Angeles County serves our community by providing equal access to justice through the fair, timely and effective resolution of all cases.

Founded in 1925