Overview
Law Clerk Jobs in Columbia, Kentucky, USA at Commonwealth of Kentucky
Location: Columbia
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Public Advocacy
Location
111 Jamestown Street
Columbia, KY 42728 USA
Description
The Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy (DPA) is nationally recognized as a model statewide public defender system with an exceptional training and education program. Our defense teams ensure the criminal justice process is fair, results are just, and individual liberties are protected.
We are hiring a Law Clerk to assist the criminal defense team in the Owensboro Trial Office. Kentucky DPA seeks individuals who have demonstrated a desire to help the most vulnerable in their communities. The ideal candidate has recently completed all coursework at an ABA-accredited law school to receive a JD degree and plans to take the next available bar exam or has recently received their license to practice law.
This individual exhibits exceptional planning and organizational skills, is self-directed, and comfortable working with a defense team that includes attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing workers, and administrative staff. We seek to hire persons who understand it is a privilege to represent our clients and do so on behalf of the people of Kentucky.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Providing legal research and writing support to attorneys representing defendants.
Interviewing clients.
Performing other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education: Completion of twenty-four semester hours at an ABA-accredited law school.
Experience, Training, or Skills: None required.
Substitute Education for
Experience:
Not applicable.
Substitute Experience for
Education:
Not applicable.
Special Requirements: None.
Working Conditions:
Primarily office setting with minimal travel expected.
Probationary Period:
Initial and promotional probation period of 12 months, as specified in KRS 18A.111.
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Title: Law Clerk
Company: Commonwealth of Kentucky
Location: Columbia, Kentucky, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Counsel, Lawyer)
