2026 Term Court of Appeals Law Clerk

JR2026-00029222 2026 Term Court Of Appeals Law Clerk (Open)The Nebraska Court Of Appeals is currently accepting applications for a full-time Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Michael Piccolo. The position is for the term beginning Fall 2026, and ending July 31, 2027. Judicial Law Clerks are at-will employees working under the exclusive supervision of the Judge by whom they are hired. The attorney in this position directly assists an Appellate Court Judge with case specific duties. Law clerks are hired at the discretion of the Judge.Primary Work Location: Nebraska State Capitol, 1445 K Street, Lincoln, NE 68508. Applicants can also select Omaha or Papillion as their primary work location after completing training. Remote work may be permitted occasionally and some travel may be required.Salary and Compensation: Starting Salary: $71,613.78 annually (Hiring Rate). Immediate Growth: Earn a 2.5% pay increase after successfully completing your probation period (if starting at Hiring Rate). Starting Rate Flexibility: Higher starting pay may be considered based on education and experience, subject to final management approval. Please Note: Candidates approved to start above the Hiring Rate (at or above the Minimum Permanent rate) are not eligible for the 2.5% post-probation increase. Future Increases: Annual cost-of-living adjustments (applied on July 1) are subject to State Legislature approval.Job Duties: Prepares bench briefs on upcoming cases. Reviews the complete record in assigned cases. Researches the law germane to the appeals under submission. Prepares legal memoranda, synthesizing factual analysis and legal research. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. The above classification responsibilities represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the Justice or Judge.Requirements/Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Applicants preferred to have graduated in the top 25% of their law school class and be admitted to practice law in the State of Nebraska or be eligible for such admission. All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education. Legal Requirement: selection into this position is contingent on being admitted into the Nebraska State Bar Association. Other: Applicants must attach a cover letter, resume, law school grade transcript, letters of recommendation and a writing sample with their application. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Sophisticated understanding of all legal research methods including the use of Westlaw and Lexis/Nexis. Ability to analyze and organize facts, evidence, and legal principles in novel and complex cases. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Excellent word processing and editing skills, including legal citation.Equal Opportunity Statement: The Judicial Branch values our employees as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We recruit, hire, train and promote in all job qualifications at all levels without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or genetics. The Judicial Branch adheres to Veterans Preference Laws.