Law Clerk – Referees Dube and Kralik

Minnesota Lawyer

. Reviews, studies, researches, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeAnoka • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $32 - $39 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal research, analysis, and writing, with a strong understanding of court practices and procedures. Proficient in communicating complex legal concepts clearly and maintaining effective relationships within the judicial environment.

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Juris Doctor (JD)Legal ResearchCourt PracticesLegal WritingWestlaw CoCounsel Legal

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchLegal WritingKnowledge of General LawKnowledge of State LawKnowledge of Legal TerminologyAbility to Research Complex Legal ProblemsAbility to Apply Legal PrinciplesPreparation of Legal MemorandaCompiling Legal ReferencesDrafting Judicial Orders

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationEffective Relationship BuildingRespectful RepresentationAbility to Work Remotely and In PersonAbility to Handle Diverse Groups

Tools & Technologies

Word Processing SoftwareLegal Research SoftwareWestlaw CoCounsel Legal

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD)Minnesota Bar Exam (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Court DecisionsJudicial OfficerCivil MattersGuardianshipConservatorshipHousing CasesTenth Judicial DistrictEmergency PetitionsPretrial MotionsTrial Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reviews, studies, researches, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities
Prepares briefs, legal memoranda, and statements of issues, including suggestions or recommendations to the judicial officer
Compiles references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinations
Confers with the judicial officer concerning legal questions, case facts, and drafting documents and judicial orders
Attends court sessions, in person or remotely, in courthouses throughout the district to hear evidence, oral arguments, and record necessary case information
Assists the judicial officer in emergency petitions, initial hearings, pretrial motions, pre-trial conferences, and trials
Performs administrative duties as assigned
Supports two referees presiding primarily over civil matters, including guardianship, conservatorship, and housing cases, across all eight counties of the Tenth Judicial District

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law Clerk I: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and current enrollment in and completion of at least one year of law school training at a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA)
Law Clerk: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
An attorney who has taken and passed the Minnesota Bar Exam is preferred
Knowledge of general law, state law, established precedent, and sources of legal reference
Knowledge of court practices and procedures
Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with a diverse group of people
Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles
Ability to represent the court in a respectful manner
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Skill in the operation of a personal computer with word processing and legal research software, including Westlaw CoCounsel Legal
All applicants must upload and attach a resume, brief writing samples (5-7 pages), and law school transcripts
Ability to work remotely and in person at court locations throughout the Tenth Judicial District, as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Much of the work may be performed remotely, as appropriate, balanced with in-person time in chambers and the courtroom
Core business hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Initial days off: Saturday, Sunday, and Court Designated Holidays