Occupation information for Judicial Law Clerks District Of Columbia

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Assist judges in court or by conducting research or preparing legal documents.

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Typical education needed for entry: Doctoral or professional degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

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Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, or statements of issues involved in cases, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations.
Research laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, or other information related to cases before the court.
Draft or proofread judicial opinions, decisions, or citations.
Review complaints, petitions, motions, or pleadings that have been filed to determine issues involved or basis for relief.
Confer with judges concerning legal questions, construction of documents, or granting of orders.
Keep abreast of changes in the law and inform judges when cases are affected by such changes.
Attend court sessions to hear oral arguments or record necessary case information.
Verify that all files, complaints, or other papers are available and in the proper order.
Communicate with counsel regarding case management or procedural requirements.
Respond to questions from judicial officers or court staff on general legal issues.

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