Law Clerk

Parnall Law Firm seeks talented law students to join our Summer Law Clerk Program!

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Parnall Law Firm Clerkship Program is to provide law clerks with a comprehensive experience in personal injury law. Our program is designed to expose clerks to the practical and impactful work we do, fostering their growth and helping them discover and develop their interests in the field.

In turn, we aim to gain meaningful insights into each clerk’s unique talents, work ethic, and potential. We want to identify candidates who align with our firm’s values and standards for possible attorney employment post-graduation.

RESULTS / OUTCOMES (What you must get done.)

·         Attend firm huddles Monday through Friday at 8:00 a.m.

·         Attend weekly meetings with Mentor Attorney.

·         Attend weekly training sessions hosted by Training Director.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Law clerks at Parnall Law Firm are expected to:

·         Learn, participate, and reflect on the activities described in the Clerk Experience Chart, attached as Exhibit A.[1]

·         Engage with the work the firm gives. Develop a strong understanding of personal injury law and assess whether it fits with your career interests.

·         Showcase your abilities and skills.

·         Build meaningful connections with attorneys, staff, and fellow clerks.

·         Demonstrate qualities that align with the firm’s values and culture to show your potential as a future candidate.

·         Show up on time, meet deadlines, and follow through on commitments.

·         Participate enthusiastically in all assigned activities and take initiative to make the most of each opportunity.

·         Demonstrate a hunger for learning, improvement, and contributing meaningfully to the firm’s work.

·         Let your unique personality and qualities shine.

·         Take full advantage of the experiences and learning opportunities provided by the firm.

COMPETENCIES

These skills, qualities, and behaviors are essential to a law clerk’s success at Parnall Law Firm:

·         Embody the firm's core values: team, talent, truth, tenacity, triumph (the 5 T’s).

·         Genuine interest in personal injury law and serving our clients.

·         Develop strong, respectful relationships with staff and attorneys.

·         Communicate effectively and works well with clients.

·         Eager to learn, grow, and take on responsibilities.

·         Self-motivated, proactive, and driven to improve.

·         Adaptable to firm culture, policies, and expectations.

·         Punctual, reliable, and dependable.

·         Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.

·         Critical thinker with problem-solving capabilities.

·         Clear and professional communication skills.

·         High ethical standards and demonstrates integrity.

Exhibit A – Clerk Experience Chart

Marketing

Attend marketing event

Learn/Train

Participate

Reflect

Attend disbursement meeting

Intake

Attend intake meetings

Listen to live calls from new clients

Listen to recorded calls from new clients

Assist intake in processing new cases

Case Management

Complete client contacts

Assist with administrative tasks (opening claims, communicating with adjusters, etc.)

Assist with property damage claims

Request medical records

Identify cases that are ready for settlement negotiations

Demands/negotiation

Draft demand letters

Prepare and attend FSV meetings

Assist attorneys in evaluating cases

Draft evaluation letters

Participate in evaluation meetings

Participate in negotiations with insurance adjusters

Litigation

Assist in transitioning clients from pre-litigation to litigation

Draft complaints

Draft discovery requests

Draft discovery responses

Draft motions and briefs

Help prepare for depositions

Attend depositions

Help prepare for mediations

Attend mediations

Conduct legal research

Settlement

Help verify outstanding balances for medical providers and subrogation

Negotiate reductions

Draft demand packages and request final checks

Do other things as needed

[1] This chart is subject to change. The Firm may add or subtract activities from the chart, depending on what the Firm needs from clerks during the clerkship, and depending on whether certain activities are available during the clerkship.