Law Clerk

At GMKE, we know that great talent is the key to achieving the best outcomes for our clients and customers. For the last 15 years, our talented attorneys have built a distinguished reputation as unyielding advocates to insureds facing litigation and trusted partners to insurance companies seeking to responsibly manage liabilities.

We’ve done this by putting our mission at the center of everything we do, living our values, and taking a real approach to every case – resulting in consistently excellent outcomes in the courtroom.

Who We Are

Groth, Makarenko, Kaiser & Eidex is a premier civil defense firm in the Southeast building the future of insurance defense to ensure the best outcome for every carrier and every insured, in every case.

Our values – sincerely diligent, honorably competitive, accountable, client serving, and united in collaboration – shape the way we approach each case and every relationship, acting as our guiding light in all that we do. GMKE is more than just a firm; it’s a community of diverse, growth-minded people, each drawn to our dynamic environment and mission, as we expand our reach throughout the Southeast.

Your Future At GMKE

At GMKE, we're dedicated to building careers that are as fulfilling as they are impactful. Discover what you’ll find at a firm with a progressive approach to fostering truly rewarding professional experiences.

• Growth: With an ambitious mission, inertia is impossible—you’ll never be left behind as the firm moves forward. Whether you’re new to this area of law or a seasoned veteran, you’ll have ongoing opportunities to take on new tasks, responsibilities, and roles.
• Mentorship & Support: Our partners' doors have been open since day one, and that’s still true today. Our partners, most experienced attorneys, and talented staff members genuinely enjoy sharing their knowledge and shaping the next generation of legal professionals.
• Keeping Work & Life Balanced: With PTO policies designed for your unique position, a variety of paid holidays, one work-from-home day each week, abbreviated workweeks, and realistic, achievable goals, work and life can harmonize seamlessly.
• Empowerment: At GMKE, everyone has true ownership over their work and the freedom to approach it in a way that makes sense to them. Diving right into your role isn’t just encouraged—it’s essential. That means you'll be on an accelerated growth path from Day 1.
• Journey of Learning: We continue to increase our investment in training, education, and resources to support your growth. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and we’re committed to providing the tools you need to thrive at every stage of your career.
• Culture & Community: Friendliness, reciprocity, appreciation, great relationships, and good times are pillars of our culture. Joining us means joining a true community, where interactions are always warm and collaboration is encouraged. You're invited to regular events designed for fun and fellowship with your colleagues.

About The Role

As a Law Clerk at GMKE, you will gain hands-on experience with a front-row seat to the litigation process. You will perform select attorney tasks, working directly with clients and making meaningful contributions to real-world cases while learning from top insurance defense litigators. You will also have the chance to shadow mediation sessions, depositions, and trials, gaining exposure to every phase of the case lifecycle. By the end of your clerkship, you'll have a deep understanding of the legal process as well as the knowledge and skills you need to take on a litigation attorney role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive reports and analyses for insurance carriers and clients
• Support discovery by compiling and drafting objections and responses to Interrogatories, Requests for Production of Documents (RPDs), and Requests for Admissions
• Work directly with clients to gather necessary information and fill in any gaps in discovery responses and support the defense of their case
• Draft pleadings and necessary initial motions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of responses
• Write motions and responsive briefs, as well as accompanying briefs, conducting thorough legal research to support arguments and ensure persuasive presentation
• Attend and shadow mediations, depositions, and trials—an invaluable opportunity to learn from top attorneys in action and witness the litigation process firsthand

Qualifications

• 2L currently enrolled in an accredited law school
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Superior attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach

Diversity At GMKE

GMKE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, fully complying with state, federal, and local laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the communities and clients we serve, recognizing that varied perspectives and experiences enhance both our workplace and our approach to client needs.