What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Clerk, Benton County-Judge Robert Raupp position at Minnesota Judicial Branch?
Job Description
Expand your court experience or begin your legal career as a District Court Law Clerk!
Judge Robert Raupp, chambered in Benton County, Foley, Minnesota, seeks qualified candidates for a judicial law clerk position. Judge Raupp seeks a motivated, professional individual to become a part of his judicial team in Benton County, Minnesota. The successful applicant will have a good academic record, excellent research and writing skills, and the ability to work both individually and as part of a highly energetic, dedicated, and positive team.
Judicial clerkships offer insights into the judicial decision-making process and practical litigation experience. One of the benefits of an out-state judicial clerkship is the exposure to a multi-faceted caseload, exposing you to a wide range of legal styles and abilities. In this position you will observe hearings and trials and assist the judge in managing court cases in all arenas : criminal, civil, family, probate, juvenile and conciliation. Some matters will be easily addressed, while others complex and challenging.
This position will : Provide an opportunity to work closely and develop relationships with other law clerks, judges, court staff, and attorneys; help expand and enhance your research and writing skills; and provide reasonable work hours / work-life balance.
This Law Clerk will work directly with Judge Raupp performing professional legal research, preparing memoranda, opinions, and orders, and performing related administrative work. This position provides support for the functions of a Judge to uphold the court's mission of providing justice through a system that assures equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies.
Law Clerks are at-will employees and the work is performed under the supervision of a District Court Judge.
What You Will Do
The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position :
- Review and research laws, court decisions, briefs, and other legal authorities
- Confer with judge regarding legal issues, prepares legal memoranda, and assists with drafting orders for judge
- May attend court sessions to observe court proceedings and record case information
- May perform courtroom duties in arraignments, motions, hearings, pre-trial conferences, and trials including calling the calendar, swearing in jury panels and witnesses, and assisting in documenting court proceedings
- May perform administrative duties within judge's chambers
What You Must Have
What You Will Bring
This posting will remain active until the position has been filled.
In addition to completing the online application, please upload and attach your resume, transcripts, 3 professional references and writing sample (no more than 10 pages)
Current judicial branch employees must have satisfactory performance in all competencies in their most recent performance evaluation and no discipline above an oral reprimand in the preceding 6 months.
About Us
Why Work for Us?
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another's growth.
Employee Benefits
The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family's wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers. Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at 7th8th.HumanResources@courts.state.mn.us. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Internal Applicants
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