Post-Bar Law Clerk (Extra-Hire)

Overview

Under the direction and supervision of attorneys within the Office of County Counsel or District Attorney, this position provides hands-on, paid public agency experience while working on interesting and challenging projects within the areas of civil or criminal law.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is an entry-level extra-hire classification assisting attorneys with researching legal issues; preparing memoranda; assisting in drafting resolutions and ordinances and reviewing contracts; attending court or administrative hearings, settlement conferences, and mediations; responding to Public Records Act requests; and working in close contact with policymakers and staff. Incumbents may be assigned to the County Counsel or the District Attorney's Office. Appointments to the classification are temporary while awaiting admission to the bar.

This section describes essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, and may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended to be a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Research and analyze legal questions and relevant authority.
• Draft correspondence and memos.
• Prepare drafts of legal documents including motions, petitions, declarations, and other documents for use by District Attorney or County Counsel attorneys.
• Review records and respond to Public Records Act requests.
• Provide a wide range of legal support, administrative duties, and other duties as assigned.
• Incumbents assigned to the District Attorney's Office may also prosecute infractions, and may appear and present evidence in preliminary hearings, motions to suppress, arraignments, juvenile proceedings, motions for discovery, and violations of probation.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability to

Training, Experience and Certifications

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