Job Description
Company size: My judge has 2 law clerks, 1 secretary and 2 externs
Daily Job Routine: - I sit at a desk and literally research and write all day. Minus some interruptions to watch trials, oral arguments and sentencings, I go through pleadings of both parties and advise the judge on how he should rule with a bench memorandum
Pros
- Lots of responsibility. Essentially, I'm doing the same work as the law clerks.
- Chance to sit in and watch trials.
- Hear the judge's thoughts afterwards on the lawyers, arguments, etc.
- Really improve your legal research and writing skills.
- A lot of time to really work on quality product. No severe deadlines.
Cons
- Lots of responsibility. Essentially, I'm doing the same work as the law clerks.
- Chance to sit in and watch trials.
- Hear the judge's thoughts afterwards on the lawyers, arguments, etc.
- Really improve your legal research and writing skills.
- A lot of time to really work on quality product. No severe deadlines.
Company Size
250-500 employees
Pay Range
$0-$20,000
Years in Job
1
Education
In Law School, 2nd year
City
Seattle
State
WA
