What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Clerk position at VCL Law LLP?
VCL Law LLP, a business and international trade law firm in Tysons Corner, VA is seeking a part-time law clerk for Fall 2024 to assist counsel in international trade and litigation cases. The position is 20-25 hours a week and will start in September 2024. Law clerks are required to be in the office at least 4 days a week. The ideal candidate is team-oriented and has a demonstrated interest in international trade and/or litigation.
Responsibilities:
- Handle tasks relating to international trade and litigation matters
- Work with other team members to prepare deadline-driven deliverables
- Review and prepare trade agency and trade court filings
- Draft pleadings and discovery documents for court cases and disputes
- Conduct legal research and draft memoranda
- Update clients on case status
- Assist with drafting firm marketing materials
Requirements:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must have legal right to work in the U.S.
- Enrolled in ABA accredited U.S. law school
Benefits:
- Working with more tenured attorneys and direct contact with clients
- Substantive legal tasks with training and mentorship
Location:
- 1945 Old Gallows Road, Vienna, VA
Compensation and other details:
- Commensurate with experience
- The position is from September to December 2024
- Office hours are 9:30am to 5:30 pm Monday-Friday
To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript and a maximum 5 page writing sample to ichen@vcllegal.com.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Vienna, VA 22182 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26