Law Clerk

Minnesota Lawyer

Full-time judicial law clerk working under Judge Allison Whalen in Minnesota, handling legal research and documentation. Opportunity for hybrid work environment with focus on courtroom-based knowledge.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeBenson • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,876 - $81,432 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work on a schedule to be determined by the judge and the law clerk. Work may be remote or in person determined by the judge.
The position may initially start predominantly in person for training purposes subject to the judge’s determination.
The law clerk will be in person or present remotely, in the courtroom with the judge, court staff, judicial team, attorneys, and litigants for specific hearings and trials identified by the judge.
Provide an opportunity to work closely and develop relationships with other law clerks, judges, court staff, litigants, justice partners, and attorneys;
Provide an opportunity to expand and enhance research and writing skills;
Provide reasonable work hours/work-life balance;
Provide a foundation in legal skills and knowledge of the court system, judicial decision making, and ability to work on all case types.
Review, study, research, and annotate laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities.
Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, and statement of issues involved, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the judge.
Compile references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinations and confers with judge or court staff concerning legal questions and orders.
Interact with a variety of justice partners and participants, manage the judge’s case load and attend court sessions to hear oral arguments, and develop skills and knowledge necessary to successfully be a part of a court proceeding.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
An attorney who has taken and passed the Minnesota Bar Exam is preferred.
Knowledge of laws, court rules, and sources of legal reference.
Knowledge of court practices and procedures.
Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely and professionally, both orally and in writing, with a diverse group of people.
Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles.
Ability to represent the court in a respectful manner.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Skill in the operation of a personal computer and Microsoft Word and legal research software.
Ability to professionally exhibit cultural sensitivity, patience, and understanding the course of work duties

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and wellness benefits
Enhanced fertility benefits
Short- and long-term disability
Pension
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

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Hard Skills & Tools

legal researchbrief writinglegal memoranda preparationcase law analysislegal terminologycourt practicesjudicial decision makinglegal problem solving

Soft Skills

communicationrelationship buildingprofessionalismcultural sensitivitypatienceunderstandingteamworktime management

Certifications

Juris Doctor (JD)Minnesota Bar Exam