National
| Median wages (2008) |
$17.85 hourly, $37,130 annual |
| Employment (2006) |
37,000 employees |
| Projected growth (2006-2016) |
Little or no change (-2% to 2%)
|
| Projected need (2006-2016) |
6,000 additional employees |
23-2092.00 - Law Clerks
Assist lawyers or judges by researching or preparing legal documents. May meet with clients or assist lawyers and judges in court.
Sample of reported job titles:
Law Clerk, Judicial Law Clerk, Summer Law Associate, Judicial Clerk, Principal Law Clerk, Staff Attorney, Attorney Law Clerk, Clerk to Justice, Federal Law Clerk, Research Attorney
Tasks
- Search for and study legal documents to investigate facts and law of cases, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
- Prepare affidavits of documents and maintain document files and case correspondence.
- Research and analyze law sources to prepare drafts of briefs or arguments for review, approval, and use by attorney.
- Review and file pleadings, petitions and other documents relevant to court actions.
- Deliver or direct delivery of subpoenas to witnesses and parties to action.
- Serve copies of pleas to opposing counsel.
- Arrange transportation and accommodation for witnesses and jurors, if required.
- Communicate and arbitrate disputes between parties.
- Store, catalog, and maintain currency of legal volumes.
- Prepare real estate closing statements and assist in closing process.
