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Colorado Judicial Branch ยท 4 days ago

Law Clerk - Multiple positions

The Colorado Judicial Branch is committed to providing equal access to justice and strengthening the rule of law. They are seeking Law Clerks to assist district court judges with legal research, writing, and courtroom duties, contributing to the judicial process in various legal matters.

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Responsibilities

Researches, studies, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities to process suits, trials, hearings, appeals, and other litigated matters
Reads and digests opinions, briefs, and motions and extracts excerpts pertinent to points of law and fact
Prepares briefs, legal memoranda, and statement of issues involved in a case, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the judge
Inspects courtroom for cleanliness, orderliness, proper heat, light, and ventilation; opens court by announcing the entrance of the judge
Maintains the order, decorum, and dignity of the court by seating jurors, witnesses, and spectators in specific areas of the courtroom and by ejecting persons disturbing court proceedings
Arranges for food and lodging for jurors, and is responsible for the security of the jury so as to preclude mistrials
Obtains and delivers file jackets, minutes, supplies, forms and related items necessary for use by the judge and the staff
Attends meetings and training as required
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Legal researchLegal writingCourtroom assistanceLaw degreeBar ExamCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and successful completion of two years at an accredited law school

Preferred

Graduation from an accredited law school as of September 2026
Candidates who have sat for the Bar Exam

Company

Colorado Judicial Branch

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The Colorado Judicial Branch works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Michael Pisney
Chief Probation Officer
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