Law Clerk
Assist Lawyers by researching legal precedent, performing administrative duties and preparing legal documents.
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- What's it like to be a Law Clerk?
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What's it like to be a Law Clerk?
Law Clerks primarily assist Judges, Solicitors and Barristers by conducting legal research, preparing legal documents, and keeping track of case files. They may also undertake thorough research and interpret laws and rulings. Law Clerks work in a variety of settings, including courts, law firms, corporate legal departments or government agencies.
Tasks and duties
- Conducting legal research and collecting information on legal precedents related to specific cases.
- Drafting legal documents such as briefs, appeals, contracts and legal agreements under the supervision of a lawyer.
- Assisting Lawyers with case preparation including gathering evidence, organising files and coordinating with involved parties.
- Reviewing and ensuring accuracy of legal documents before they are filed.
- Navigating legal and governmental databases to gather relevant information.
- Participating in client meetings and court proceedings to note down important points.
- Performing administrative tasks including scheduling appointments, answering calls, managing case documents and maintaining a Lawyer's schedule.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Law Clerk employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Legal Research
Legal Drafting
Quantum Dispensing System
Trackwork
Legal Advice
Securitisation
Civil Litigation
Compensation
Admissions
Communication Skills
Commercial Law
Case Management
Mature Thinking
Thoroughness
Researching
Billing
Client Communication
Database Systems
Task Management
Autonomy
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Latest Law Clerk reviews
Feb 2025
Good learning and lots of fun
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Law
ExperienceLess than a year
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationLegal
The good thingsVariety of work, good co-workers, plenty of office perks
The challengesLess partner recognition and not an important member of the firm
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Apr 2024
Rewarding, sometimes monotonous
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Law
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationLegal
The good thingsSurrounded by great mentors and sharp lawyers. A comfortable but intellectually challenging role with a lot of opportunity to learn.
The challengesLong hours at a desk without moving - not exactly a dynamic role. Variety in subject matter, but the some days can be long when the pressure isn't on.
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