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Research Law Clerk - Attorney I (1 vacancy and to establish a list)

THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF MICHIGAN
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025

SUMMARY:
Under limited supervision, conducts comprehensive legal research and analysis to support judicial proceedings. This role involves reviewing and interpreting laws, court decisions, and legal documents across civil, family, and criminal matters, and drafting memoranda and opinions.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
•    Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis of complex legal issues.
•    Draft legal memoranda, opinions, and related documents.
•    Review and analyze pleadings, motions, and other court filings.
•    Compile legal references and prepare summaries of findings.
•    Respond to legal inquiries from attorneys, litigants, and the public.
•    Maintain current knowledge of legal developments and court procedures.
•    Prepare motions, pleadings, responses to subpoenas as directed by Supervision.
•    Perform administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications, Licenses and Certifications:
•    Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
•    Member of State Bar of Michigan in good standing.
•    Proficiency in legal research platforms (Westlaw, Lexis) and MS Office Suite.
•    Experience in Family Domestic and/or Family Juvenile Law preferred.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 
•    Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
•    Ability to work with a diverse population.
•    Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
•    Ability to interpret and apply legal principles to complex issues.
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
•    Ability to understand and apply court procedures.
•    Ability to present legal arguments clearly and logically.
•    Proficient in operating office equipment.
•    Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
•    Must be able to lift 25 lbs.

Additional Requirements:
•    Successful completion of criminal and IV-D background check and fingerprinting.
•    Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

 

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the title.  Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.  Specific job duties vary from position to position.

 

Grant funded positions are contingent on availability of grant funding and may be terminated should funding substantially reduce or cease. The affected employee may be considered as a candidate for other vacant positions within the Court for which they are qualified.

 

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