State of Colorado · 3 weeks ago
Law Clerk / Term-Limited - Hybrid.
Colorado, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
2+ years expThe State of Colorado is seeking a Law Clerk to provide highly complex legal research, writing, and editing assistance to administrative law judges. This role involves drafting decisions, consulting on legal issues, and preparing case files for hearings.
GovernmentNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Reviews the hearing record including exhibits, pleadings, and audio recordings then prepares grammatically and technically correct draft decisions on behalf of administrative law judges. Drafts must clearly and concisely state the issues presented, the relevant facts as supported by the evidence, the applicable legal authority, and the resolution of each issue
As appropriate, law clerk makes recommendations to the administrative law judges to ensure an accurate, legally sufficient decision is issued
If necessary, drafts alternative resolutions and provides a recommendation as to which resolution is most appropriate and why
Consults with and advises administrative law judges regarding complex or novel legal issues
Review files to determine if cases are ready for hearing, advise administrative law judges of potential legal or procedural issues in the case
Assists staff and paralegals as needed
Qualification
Required
Paralegal certificate obtained through either an American Bar Association (ABA) approved paralegal studies program or an accredited institution
At least two (2) years of work experience as a paralegal or similar legal capacity which included conducting legal research, preparing drafts of legal documents and gathering and compiling data from legal references and resources will substitute for the required certificate, or a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school may substitute for the required certificate
Preferred
Previous State Service related to the work assigned to the position
Excellent written communication skills
A Juris Doctor from a law school accredited by the ABA
Benefits
Eligible for full benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Company
State of Colorado
State of Colorado is a non profit organization.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeanni Stefanik
Chief Financial Officer
Alan Salazar
Chief Strategy Officer for Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper
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