A Law Clerk, or a Judicial Clerk, is responsible for helping judges form their opinions on legal cases by performing thorough research and handling paperwork. Their duties include creating trial briefings, writing legal documents and communicating with legal counsel about the progress of their case.
Egy Law Clerk képesnek kell lennie arra, hogy különféle kötelezettségeket és felelősségeket teljesítsen. Az alábbiakban felsorolunk néhány olyan kötelezettséget és felelősséget, amelyet a Law Clerknek végre kell hajtania:
- Compile legal research to assist with a case
- Consult with a Judge, offering expert recommendations on a legal case
- Draft, review and edit the Judge’s orders and statements for clarity and accuracy
- Assist in the courtroom with trials and hearings
- Communicate with parties regarding trials and schedules
- Update court calendars and schedules
Egy versenyképes Law Clerk bizonyos készségekkel és képesítésekkel rendelkezik, beleértve:
- Excellent research skills
- Written and verbal communication
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Knowledge of compliance laws
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to prepare memos and decisions