Law Clerk - Criminal Law - North Carolina

Job Description

Job Description

The Law Clerk supports the criminal defense team by conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys in preparing cases for hearings, negotiations, and trial. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented law student or recent graduate who wants hands-on experience in criminal litigation while working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

The hours are flexible to accommodate class schedules.

MUST BE ENROLLED IN AN ACCREDITED LAW SCHOOL IN THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA.

MUST BE ENROLLED IN AN ACCREDITED LAW SCHOOL IN THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA.

MUST BE ENROLLED IN AN ACCREDITED LAW SCHOOL IN THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA.

$20 hourly

• Conduct legal research on criminal statutes, case law, and procedural issues.
• Draft legal documents, including motions, memoranda, briefs, and discovery summaries.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation for hearings, trials, and negotiations.
• Review police reports, discovery materials, and evidence to identify key issues.
• Maintain organized case files and assist with document management.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation, including witness outlines and exhibit organization.

MUST BE ENROLLED IN AN ACCREDITED LAW SCHOOL IN THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA.

• Currently enrolled in an accredited law school IN NORTH CAROLINA or a recent J.D. graduate in North Carolina.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Interest in criminal defense and courtroom litigation.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced legal environment and manage multiple deadlines.

Martine Law is a rapidly growing, fully remote law firm dedicated to protecting good people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. We focus exclusively on criminal defense and family law, delivering strategic, compassionate, and results-driven representation.

We are guided by our core values:

• Unwavering Commitment to Excellence – We hold ourselves to a higher standard in every case, every client interaction, every result.
• Diversity & Respect – We foster an inclusive environment where clients and team members feel valued and heard.
• Technological & Systematic Innovation – We leverage cutting-edge tools and streamlined systems to elevate performance and outcomes.
• Passion for Advocacy – We fight hard, prepare thoroughly, and advocate relentlessly for those we represent.

At Martine Law, we are building more than a firm — we are building a modern legal platform designed for impact, growth, and meaningful client results.