Law Clerk – Part-Time, Temporary

Job Summary
Kletter Law, a leading Bay Area firm based in San Mateo, CA, specializing in employment and real estate litigation, is seeking a Law Clerk to join our team on a part-time, 25-hour-per-week basis. This is a temporary position offering hands-on experience in litigation, motion practice, and document review with the potential to lead to a permanent role for the right candidate.

Duties

• Assist attorneys with motion practice and document review.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare case materials.
• Support discovery and litigation workflows under attorney supervision.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure deadlines and case needs are met.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree, awaiting bar exam or results.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational ability.
• Proven capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Availability to work onsite 2–3 days per week in San Mateo, CA.
• Prior law office or litigation experience is a plus.

About the Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent law school graduate awaiting bar exam or results to gain meaningful, practical experience in employment and real estate litigation while contributing directly to active cases. While this is a temporary position, it may lead to a permanent hire depending on performance and firm needs.

Pay range: $27–$30/hour

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a JD?

Ability to Commute:

• San Mateo, CA 94401 (Required)

Work Location: In person