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"Law Clerk"
Job Description - Part 1 - Duties and Tasks

Basic Job Description:

Assist lawyers or judges by researching or preparing legal documents. May meet with clients or assist lawyers and judges in court.

Part 1
Duties / Tasks
Part 2
Activities
Part 3
Skills
Part 4
Abilities
Part 5
Knowledge

 

Job Duties and Tasks for: "Law Clerk"

1) Search for and study legal documents to investigate facts and law of cases, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.

2) Prepare affidavits of documents and maintain document files and case correspondence.

 

3) Research and analyze law sources to prepare drafts of briefs or arguments for review, approval, and use by attorney.

4) Review and file pleadings, petitions and other documents relevant to court actions.

5) Prepare real estate closing statements and assist in closing process.


 

6) Deliver or direct delivery of subpoenas to witnesses and parties to action.

7) Serve copies of pleas to opposing counsel.

8) Arrange transportation and accommodation for witnesses and jurors, if required.

9) Communicate and arbitrate disputes between parties.

10) Appraise and inventory real and personal property for estate planning.

11) Store, catalog, and maintain currency of legal volumes.

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Job Description for "Law Clerk" continued here...

Part 1
Duties / Tasks
Part 2
Activities
Part 3
Skills
Part 4
Abilities
Part 5
Knowledge


"Law Clerk"   Holland / RIASEC Career Code:  E-C-S        SOC:  23-2092.00


 

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