Law Clerks work at federal and state courthouses to provide direct assistance to judges so that they can produce well-informed judgments and handle court proceedings efficiently. Law Clerks prepare documents such as bench memos, legal orders and judge opinions then proofread everything carefully and confirm any citations. Based on judge instruction, Law Clerks study past cases, legal journals and other resources to provide advice on appropriate sentencing. They fill out forms, manage evidence, draft schedules, communicate with attorneys and clients, record statements from witnesses, assist in a courtroom during a trial and carefully file court records.
