Law Clerk Job Description - September 12, 2025

Sep 13, 2026

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Part-time Law Clerk role supporting the Court’s informational and navigational operations and providing customer service in courtroom areas. The position assists Judges/Magistrates with drafting and proofreading bench memos, legal orders, and judicial opinions, and conducts careful legal research with accurate citations. Duties also include helping the public with eviction, small claims, and escrow services, preparing eviction files for hearings, covering the Small Claims/Eviction Bailiff when needed, and communicating procedure and case status. Applicants must meet education and skills requirements, including strong legal writing, research, attention to detail, and computer proficiency, and cannot provide legal advice.

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Salary Job Type $20.00 Hourly Part-time Department Closing Date Small Claims/Eviction Dept. 9/12/2025 4:00 PM Eastern DEFINITION OF WORK The Law Clerk is a crucial part-time position that plays a key role in the informational and navigational operations of the Court, as well as providing customer service in the Courtroom areas. The Court provides access to justice for all community members. Law Clerks provide direct assistance to Judges/Magistrates so that they can produce well-informed decisions and handle court proceedings efficiently. Law Clerks prepare documents such as bench memos, legal orders and judicial opinions by proofreading everything carefully and confirming any research and citations. The Law Clerk performs customer service functions by assisting members of the public who require help with court services for eviction, small claims, and escrow cases, etc. The duties of this position are critical to promoting access to justice. Please be aware that the Law Clerk is not authorized to provide legal advice or counseling. CHARACTERISTIC WORK The following duties outline the general nature and level of work carried out by a Law Clerk: 1. Provide direct customer service to litigants with eviction, small claims, and escrow cases within a selfservice environment. 2. Handle various requests, inquiries, and complaints from litigants and the public. 3. Perform legal research and draft memos (pleadings or orders, etc. ) on civil, traffic, and criminal issues as needed. 4. Prepare eviction case files before hearings and consult with magistrates about any potential issues. 5. Clearly communicate legal information about procedure and case status with litigants and the public either in-person or by phone, as needed. 6. Covering for the Small Claims/Eviction Bailiff, if necessary. 7. Review and propose changes to the Akron Municipal Court Local Rules. 8. Assist Magistrates with Preparing Jury Instructions, as needed. 9. Communicate with parties regarding hearing and schedules. 10. Performs related work as required. KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND REQUIREMENTS To perform this job effectively, the individual must be able to complete every important task to a satisfactory level. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the job. Alternative qualifications may be considered if they are sufficient to perform the duties. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 1. Handling multiple tasks and working in a fast-paced environment with strict timelines is essential. 2. Strong interpersonal skills are important to establish positive relationships with colleagues and litigants. 3. The capability to plan, organize, and manage workflow, work under supervision, and make sound judgments is required. 4. The candidate should be able to maintain accurate records and statistics and maintain confidentiality while working within the court system. 5. Strong attention to detail. 6. Exceptional legal writing and research skills. 7. Basic knowledge of the court system is required to work effectively within the departments. 8. Knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, and equipment is necessary. 9. Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Outlook, and Excel, are essential. Knowledge of PDFs and Adobe Acrobat is helpful also. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE The position requires a High School Diploma/GED. A college degree in Political Science, or Criminal Justice is preferred. A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school is preferred, though it’s common for students to apply for positions in their final year of law school. Prior experience working with people from diverse backgrounds. Additional qualifications: Previous experience working in a court system or familiarity with housing and landlordtenant practices

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What are the core responsibilities of the Law Clerk?

The Law Clerk assists Judges/Magistrates with preparing documents such as bench memos, legal orders, and judicial opinions, and performs legal research and careful proofreading with correct citations. The role also provides customer service by helping the public with court services related to eviction, small claims, and escrow cases.

What customer service and communication duties are included?

The position provides direct customer service to litigants in a self-service environment, handles requests and inquiries from the public, and communicates legal information about procedure and case status in person or by phone. It also covers scheduling communications for hearings and participants.

What qualifications are required and how does the application process work?

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED, with a college degree preferred and a Juris Doctorate preferred. Applicants must submit a resume by 4:00 pm, September 12, 2025, along with references and an optional cover letter by email, and should not contact judges or court staff about the application.

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