Law Clerk - Sarpy County Public Defender's Office - Current Law School Student

Restricted Posting – Eligibility: current law school student entering second year Fall 2026. This position has a term length of 1 year or less. Please submit a writing sample of 5 pages or less with your resume. Under general supervision of the Public Defender or designee, the incumbent performs a variety of clerical and research duties requiring moderate independent judgment. Essential Functions Research, collect, and analyze laws, judicial decisions, legal articles and other relevant materials to assist in case preparation. Assist with writing legal memoranda, drafts, opinions, and orders in all types of court matters. Assist attorney in preparation for court, civil, and legal proceedings. May conduct arraignments, hearings, trials, and the like, or parts thereof under the direct supervision of a deputy public defender with proper law student certification. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, law enforcement, judges, attorneys, other agencies, employees and supervisors. Maintain and protect confidential and sensitive information. Report to work with regular, predictable, and consistent attendance. Perform other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree required. Current student at an accredited law school. Two years of related experience preferred. Previous intern experience with a Public Defender's Office Preferred. Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Working knowledge of the legal system. Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software. Working knowledge of online legal research services. Working knowledge of office practices and procedures. Considerable research and investigative skills. Effective planning and organizational skills. Well-developed communication skills. Well-developed writing skills. Ability to interact with diverse client base, including one-on-one meetings. Ability to carry out assigned projects to completion. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to work under pressure and/or frequent interruptions. Ability to prioritize work duties. Ability to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing. Ability to operate standard office equipment including, but not limited to, multi-line telephone, computer, typewriter, printer, scanner, copier, and fax. Physical Demands Requires frequent sitting, standing, and manipulating equipment; occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds; walking, reaching, and standing as described. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sarpy County