Law Clerk II :: Washington, DC (Remote/Hybrid)

Law Clerk II - Washington, DC (Remote/Hybrid)

Duration: 12+ months

Day-to-day Responsibilities:

• Conduct complex legal research and prepare draft legal documents such as motions, briefs, and memoranda of law.
• Review documents for relevance and privilege and assist attorneys with all phases of litigation.
• Act independently or as a team leader on larger projects.
• Serve as a primary interface with trial attorneys, experts, and other staff.
• Analyze relevant policy and legislative initiatives, prepare written work products, and make effective recommendations.
• Support and implement policy and guidelines for programs and processes.
• Oversee practice areas including immigration, civil, criminal, and other program areas.
• Brief attorneys on pertinent facts, issues, and case law, and draft correspondence and legal documents.

Required Skills:

• Substantive legal practice experience with courtroom experience as a plus.
• Sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems and legal research procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources.
• Ability to make responsible decisions on short notice and adapt to unexpected developments.
• Working knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure.

Education:

• Law degree (J.D.), License by a state bar (Preferred)