appellate law clerk

Kahana & Feld LLP

<div>National Firm Looking for an Appellate Partner to Join our California Team!
Kahana Feld is an award-winning national law firm with over ten offices nationally and growing. We are seeking Appellate Partners that are looking for an opportunity to:<ul><li>
Become an Equity Partner at a fast-growing national firm that values teamwork, does not require a &ldquo;book&rdquo; of business to become an equity partner, and will help you market.</li><li>
Work with great attorneys at a firm that prides itself on having a supportive culture.</li><li>
Contribute to a diverse environment fundamentally built on respect for all team members and where mentorship and a positive culture are a priority.</li><li>
Develop your career and make a difference in the world.</li></ul>
KF was recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace and awarded the Gold DEI Leadership Seal from the State Bar of California.
We have a unique business model designed to support the success of all our attorneys, from day one! Building a law practice with a great culture is the purpose of the firm. 
Here are a few of the many things that make KF a great firm:<ul><li>
Excellent benefits (including recently added Paid Parental Leave).</li><li>
Flexible PTO.</li><li>
Leadership positions are open to all attorneys in every office.</li><li>
Realistic partnership and equity partnership track. All KF attorneys are eligible for partnership, both equity and non-equity. Promotion is based on your ability to do great work and fit our culture, and not on business development.</li></ul>
REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>
Partner level Appellate experience, including the ability to run files and manage clients and carrier relationships.</li><li>
Excellent references and a record of job stability.</li><li>
Member of the California bar in good standing.</li></ul>
KF offers competitive base compensation from $200,000 - $300,000 plus discretionary and hours based bonuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Kahana Feld provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.</div>

Partner - Appellate

State of Missouri

<div>Job Summary - Why you&rsquo;ll love this position
Job Location: Missouri Circuit Courts
The salary reflected represents the base pay for this position and does not include any differential for time-of-service pay for state tenure.
Why you'll love this position:
A position with the Missouri Judiciary provides you the opportunity to work with a variety of exceptional, hardworking people and to gain a valuable and rewarding career. It takes many types of talent to advance the mission of the Missouri Judiciary and to keep operations running smoothly. Our positions offer competitive benefit programs, growth opportunities and the ability to work with people in your community.
We are recruiting to fill an Apprentice Court Clerk position to perform entry level duties in a court, which utilizes an electronic filing system. Work initially is under close supervision while the incumbent learns general office knowledge and specific court policies and procedures. Work involves responsibility for court case processing which may require the application of independent judgment and the application of statutes, policies, and regulations. Work requires frequent interaction with the public providing exceptional customer service. Work may also involve financial record keeping within an automated case management system, providing direct support for a circuit judge or associate circuit judge providing a full range of responsibilities within the division's jurisdiction.
Responsibilities - What you&rsquo;ll do
<ul><li>Performs case processing in receiving and initiating case files; performs technical duties such as reviewing judgments, preparing warrants, summonses and garnishments and executions, bond settings and docket control</li>
<li>Reviews legal documents for necessary information required for filing; determines processing required and takes necessary action in accordance with court rules requiring a detailed knowledge of applicable terminology, rules and procedures</li>
<li>Performs accounting duties in receiving and disbursing monies, reconciles financial accounts, and prepares daily and monthly financial reports</li>
<li>Prepares a variety of documents related to court operations including court orders, court calendars, notices of hearings, court appearances, or reports; coordinates the flow of documents necessary for court assignments; and properly queues electronically filed proceedings for processing
</li></ul>Qualifications - All you need for success
Minimum Qualifications
Associate&rsquo;s Degree in a related field or at least 60 semester hours from an institution of higher learning
Additional experience above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.
EMPLOYEES MAY BE EXPOSED TO: Evidence and testimony that may be disturbing, such as photographs of violent scenes and victims and or sexually explicit material; evidence that may include syringes, drugs, weapons and blood; the public who may potentially be verbally or physically abusive, allergens, such as perfumes and dust; and unpleasant odors, such as unwashed clothing or chemicals offered into evidence.
Preferred Qualifications
<ul><li>Ability to comprehend court procedures and policies, legal documents, laws and legal factors pertaining to the court</li>
<li>Ability to gain working knowledge of organization operations, functions and scope of authority of the court</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and manage time effectively while handling a high-volume workload in an environment subject to frequently changing priorities and high stress</li>
<li>Ability to exercise good judgment and make independent decisions in accordance with general policy and objectives</li>
<li>Ability to maintain a variety of complex records and prepare reports from an automated system</li>
</ul>Job Details - More reasons to love this position
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck.
Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:
Please send inquiries regarding this position or questions regarding employment with the Missouri Judiciary to: Kim.Mason@courts.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.</div>

APPRENTICE COURT CLERK

Quinn, Correa & Gaynor P.C.

Job Overview General practice law firm, practicing primarily in civil law matters including real estate, probate and estate planning, business law, domestic relations, zoning and municipal including litigation and appellate work, is seeking a part-time Law Clerk with aspirations of practice, commitment after passing the Bar, and future position as associate counsel with the firm.The candidate must be intelligent, well organized, and possess strong multitasking skills, legal research and writing skills, and attention to detail. Proficiency with Westlaw or Lexis and Microsoft Office is a must. The firm uses the latest technology including Microsoft 365.Full Clerical, office overhead, and legal management services provided.Education &amp; Experience2026 graduating law student who will sit for the July 2026 Massachusetts Bar Exam.The firm is flexible regarding experience and qualifications. Although guidance and assistance will be provided by senior counsel, candidate should be a highly motivated self-starter.Law Clerk will work closely with senior and associate counsel.Location:The firm office is in an historical building in downtown Plymouth one block from Town hall, approximately 1.5 miles from the Plymouth Courthouse complex and Registry of Deeds. Office has off street parking and convenient access to Routes 3 and 44.This opportunity provides flexible hours to coordinate with applicant&rsquo;s school schedule.For complete firm profile see website at www.plymouth-law.com.No phone calls pleasePay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Law Clerk

Genesee County

<div>ASSOCIATE ASSISTANT PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
Starting Pay: $42.3361 Hourly ($88,059) 
Step A: $44.6716 Hourly ($92,917)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited law school -AND- a member of the State Bar of Michigan in good standing;
-AND-
One (1) of the following: Judicial clerkship experience, Internship/Externship experience, Law School Clinic Experience or Moot Court Team Experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
JOB SUMMARY: Performs a wide variety of legal tasks in Circuit (Criminal and Family Court) and District Court with occasional Probate Court Appearances
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:<ul><li>
Appears at arraignments, pretrials, probable cause conferences, preliminary examinations, preliminary hearings, review hearings, dispositional hearings and misdemeanor sentence hearings.</li><li>
Represents the People in traffic enforcement matters before the District Court.</li><li>
Represents the People in probation violation and show cause matters.</li><li>
Conducts trials in misdemeanor, juvenile delinquency, neglect-abuse and mental commitment cases.</li><li>
Assists senior APA staff in conducting felony trials or other complex litigation matters.</li><li>
Interviews complainants and police officers relative to criminal cases the APA is prosecuting to prepare for court hearings.</li><li>
Conducts legal research.</li><li>
Attends community meetings and law enforcement agency meetings at the direction of the elected prosecutor.</li></ul>
LEAD ASSISTANT PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
Starting Pay: $48.4183 Hourly ($100,710) 
Step A: $50.8250 Hourly ($105,716) 
Step B: $53.2313 Hourly ($110,721) 
Step C: $54.8279 Hourly ($114,042)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited law school -AND- a member of the State Bar of Michigan in good standing;<ul><li>AND- either:</li></ul>
Three (3) years' experience as a lawyer;
-OR-
Two (2) years' experience as a Prosecuting attorney;
-OR-
One (1) year experience as a prosecuting attorney -AND- one (1) year combined experience as a judicial clerk and prosecution internship/externship.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
JOB SUMMARY: Performs a wide variety of legal tasks in Circuit (Criminal and Family Court) and District Court with occasional Probate Court Appearances.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:<ul><li>
Appears at arraignments, pretrials, probable cause conferences, preliminary examinations, preliminary hearings, review hearings, dispositional hearings and misdemeanor sentence hearings.</li><li>
Represents the People in traffic enforcement matters before the District Court.</li><li>
Represents the People in probation violation and show cause matters.</li><li>
Conducts felony and misdemeanor trials, juvenile delinquency, neglect-abuse trials and mental commitment trials.</li><li>
Interviews complainants and police officers relative to criminal cases the APA is prosecuting to prepare for court hearings.</li><li>
Conducts legal research.</li><li>
Attends community meetings and law enforcement agency meetings at the direction of the elected prosecutor.</li><li>
Assists senior staff in complex litigation matters.</li><li>
Provides training to law enforcement community and other prosecutors.</li><li>
Reviews law enforcement requests for arrest warrants.</li><li>
Drafts or reviews search warrants.</li><li>
Prepares and manages forfeiture and nuisance abatement matters.</li><li>
Serves on advisory committee to the elected prosecutor as requested.</li></ul>
SENIOR ASSISTANT PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
Starting Pay: $55.3606 Hourly ($115,150) 
Step A: $57.5745 Hourly ($119,755) 
Step B: $60.9236 Hourly ($126,721) 
Step C: $66.0005 Hourly ($137,281)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited law school -AND- a member of the State Bar of Michigan in good standing;
-AND-
Eight (8) years' experience as a lawyer conducting complex litigation with at least 10 jury trials or 25 bench trials or 20 oral arguments in the appellate courts;
-OR-
Five (5) years' experience as a prosecutor with at least 10 felony jury trials or a combination of 10 misdemeanor jury trials and 25 bench trials or 15 oral arguments in the appellate court;
-OR-
Twenty (20) years' experience in a Prosecutor's Office.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
JOB SUMMARY: Performs a wide variety of legal tasks in Circuit (Criminal and Family Court), District Court with occasional Probate Court appearances, or of assigned to the Appeals Bureau, in the Court of Appeals or Supreme Court.
Essential Job Duties and Functions:<ul><li>
Represent the People in court proceedings, including arraignments, trials, hearings, and probation violations</li><li>
Handle cases involving misdemeanors, felonies, juvenile delinquency, neglect-abuse, and mental commitments</li><li>
Interview complainants and law enforcement to prepare for hearings</li><li>
Conduct legal research and draft or review search and arrest warrants</li><li>
Participate in complex litigation, including homicide, sexual assault, and gang-related cases</li><li>
Serve as lead counsel in trials and mentor junior attorneys</li><li>
Attend community and law enforcement meetings as assigned</li><li>
Provide training to prosecutors and law enforcement personnel</li><li>
Prepare and manage forfeiture and nuisance abatement matters</li><li>
Respond to motions and represent the office in appellate courts when assigned</li><li>
Serve on advisory committees as requested by the elected prosecutor</li></ul>
Please see the attached job description for more details.</div>

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