What are the responsibilities and job description for the District Court Law Clerk, Hennepin Co., Judge Susan Burke position at Minnesota Judicial Branch?
DescriptionThe Fourth Judicial District Court in Minneapolis is seeking a qualified individual to fill a law clerk position with a start date in August 2025 to report to Judge Susan Burke of the Civil & Criminal Divisions.The work of a law clerk involves drafting orders and memoranda, legal research, organization of a substantial case load, communication with attorneys and the public, updating the court information system on the status of cases, and related administrative work.EXAMPLE OF DUTIESReview, study, and research laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authoritiesPrepare legal memoranda and jury instructions, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the judgeCompile references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinationsConfer with the judge and judge’s staff concerning legal questions, construction of documents and ordersAttend court sessions and record necessary case informationCourtroom duties, including taking notes; courtroom preparation; calling the calendar; swearing in jury panels and witnesses; and assisting in various court proceedings such as arraignments, motions, hearings, pre-trial conferences, and trialsAdministrative duties including scheduling and maintaining recordsTYPICAL QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of general law, state law, established precedent, and sources of legal referenceKnowledge of court practices and procedures, legal terms and conceptsAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writingAbility to research highly complex legal issues and accurately apply legal principlesAbility to work in an environment that values diversity and relationshipsAbility to professionally exhibit sensitivity, patience, and understandingAbility to provide an exceptional and consistent customer service experienceAbility to represent the court in a professional and respectful mannerSkill in the operation of a personal computer with word processing and legal research softwareKnowledge of Zoom video conference software for the purposes of managing and conducting remote hearingsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentExcellent organizational skillsA commitment to excellencePreferred Education and Experience : Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law schoolAttorney license or pending bar examSignificant interest in both civil and criminal law and procedureAPPLICATION MATERIALSApplications for this position can be submitted online. Please attach to your application the following materials : ResumeList of ReferencesYour Best Writing SampleCover LetterUnofficial TranscriptAny questions regarding the posting can be directed to Haley Halvorson, Judicial Human Resources Coordinator, at haley.halvorson@courts.state.mn.us.Candidates selected for interviews will be notified by Judge Susan Burke directly.#J-18808-Ljbffr
