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About The Position
The Clark County District Attorney's Office is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Law Clerk position. This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies located in our Civil, Juvenile and/or Criminal Divisions. Law Clerks provide support to attorney staff by performing legal research and writing on civil issues. Law Clerks interpret and apply laws, court decisions and other legal authorities in the preparation of briefs, pleadings, legal opinions and other legal documents. Law Clerks who are barred in Nevada may be allowed to make court appearances on behalf of the County.
This is an open and continuous recruitment, scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources.
NOTE: A resume is required in addition to the completed employment application. Applications submitted without a copy of the candidate’s resume are incomplete and will not be considered.
Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation, which may include both a pre-and post-offer background check for positions within the District Attorney’s Office, and a test for controlled substances.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (professional doctorate) degree. Full-time experience in performing legal research and/or writing legal opinions or documents is desirable.
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent on the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Researches applicable legal and factual issues using computerized techniques and/or law library materials at the direction of an attorney or judge.
- Interprets and applies laws, court decisions and other legal authorities in the preparation of briefs, pleadings and other legal papers.
- Drafts memoranda, opinions and other documents related to findings on specific cases or issues.
- Researches and explains departmental, County and State procedures to attorneys and departmental support staff.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
- Maintains accurate records and files; prepares a variety of records and reports as assigned.
- Uses standard office equipment, including a computer in the performance of the work.
- May drive a personal or County vehicle in the course of the work.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
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