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Prairie State Legal Services

Law Clerk

Moline, IL · On-site

$16.25/hr

PSLS provides excellent opportunities for law clerks to perform meaningful work and gain valuable experience by assisting clients who need legal help to address their basic human needs. Under the ...

Prairie State Legal Services

Law Clerk

Moline, IL · On-site

$16.25/hr

PSLS provides excellent opportunities for law clerks to perform meaningful work and gain valuable experience by assisting clients who need legal help to address their basic human needs. Under the ...

Department of Justice

Law Clerk

Washington, DC · On-site

$85K/yr

Law Clerk appointments may be made for periods not to exceed 14 months pending admission to the bar. No person may be given more than one law clerk appointment; however, an appointment made for less ...

Mullen Law Firm

Law Clerk

Hoboken, NJ · On-site

$40/hr

Our law firm is looking for the next law clerk to help our attorneys shine. You will work closely with senior and junior attorneys, paralegals, and other law clerks in preparing legal memoranda ...

Van Der Hout LLP

Law Clerk

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Van Der Hout LLP is currently accepting applications for law clerk positions on a rolling basis. These are paid positions, and we hire year-round. Positions will remain open until filled. Specific ...

Vargas Gonzalez Delombard LLP

Law Clerk

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

$15/hr

Competitive Compensation Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated Law Clerk to join our team. In this role, you will provide assistance to judges and lawyers, ensuring they are able to carry out ...

MSBA

Law Clerk

Baltimore, MD · Remote

$17/hr

We are seeking a second-year law student to serve as a Law Clerk, providing direct support to the treatise's volunteer authors. This position is ideal for a student with strong research and writing ...

Clark County

LAW CLERK

Las Vegas, NV

$36.34 - $53.73/hr

Law Clerks provide support to attorney staff by performing legal research and writing on legal issues. Law Clerks interpret and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in preparing ...

MSBA

Law Clerk

Baltimore, MD · Remote

$17/hr

We are seeking a second-year law student to serve as a Law Clerk, providing direct support to the treatise's volunteer authors. This position is ideal for a student with strong research and writing ...

MSBA

Law Clerk

Baltimore, MD · Remote

$17/hr

We are seeking a second-year law student to serve as a Law Clerk, providing direct support to the treatise's volunteer authors. This position is ideal for a student with strong research and writing ...

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How much do law clerk jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for law clerk in the United States is $53,711.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $65,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Does a law clerk need a degree?

A law clerk typically needs at least a bachelor's degree, and many positions prefer or require a law degree or current law student status. Relevant skills include strong research, writing, and organizational abilities, often supported by knowledge of legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis.

What is a law clerk?

Law clerks are legal professionals who assist judges or attorneys by conducting legal research, drafting opinions, preparing case documents, and providing other support in legal proceedings. They typically review case files, analyze legal issues, and help ensure that legal procedures are followed accurately. Law clerk positions are often filled by recent law school graduates or law students looking to gain practical experience and insight into the judicial process. Their work is essential in helping courts and legal offices handle complex caseloads efficiently.

What are common challenges faced by law clerks in managing multiple cases and deadlines?

Law clerks often support several attorneys or judges at once, which means balancing multiple cases and strict deadlines can be challenging. Staying organized is crucial, as clerks must prioritize tasks such as legal research, drafting memoranda, and reviewing briefs, often under tight timeframes. Effective communication with supervising attorneys and proactive time management help ensure that all assignments are completed accurately and on time. Utilizing legal research databases and document management tools can also streamline workflow and reduce stress.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a law clerk?

To thrive as a Law Clerk, you need strong legal research and writing skills, attention to detail, and typically a law degree or current enrollment in law school. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, and proficiency in document management systems, are commonly required. Excellent organization, critical thinking, and communication skills help law clerks excel in supporting attorneys and judges. These skills ensure accurate legal analysis, efficient case preparation, and effective support in a fast-paced legal environment.
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Infographic showing various Law Clerk job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,711 per year, or $25.8 per hour.

Law Clerk

Prairie State Legal Services

Moline, IL • On-site

$16.25/hr

Part-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Prairie State Legal Services is a nonprofit law firm that provides civil legal services at no or low cost to low-income, elderly, and vulnerable people in 36 counties in northern and central Illinois outside Cook County. In almost all of those counties, PSLS is the only source of civil legal aid for low-income, elderly, and vulnerable people. PSLS is the only legal aid organization in most of our area, and we pride ourselves on providing high-quality legal services to our clients while fostering a motivating, collaborative, and rewarding work environment with plenty of opportunities for professional growth.

PSLS provides excellent opportunities for law clerks to perform meaningful work and gain valuable experience by assisting clients who need legal help to address their basic human needs. Under the supervision of an attorney, PSLS Law Clerks prepare legal memoranda, conduct legal research, perform other litigation and advocacy-related legal assignments, and conduct client interviews.

As a PSLS Law Clerk, you will have the opportunity to work in multiple practice areas and experience a variety of practice areas. You will also have access to mentoring and in-house training.

Responsibilities
Among other duties as assigned, the Law Clerk will:

  • Perform legal and case-preparation research
  • Draft motions
  • Attend court hearings and other administrative hearings
  • Participate in client interviews and fact-gathering
  • Work with PSLS attorneys and staff in a collaborative environment, providing high-quality legal services to clients
  • Exhibit a high level of personal energy, organization, and commitment to the position and the PSLS mission

Salary and Benefits The Law Clerk position is a part-time position of approximately 15-20 hours per week. PSLS offers a salary that is competitive with similar organizations. The pay for this position is $16.25 per hour. The starting salary for the successful candidate will be determined based on prior relevant experience. PSLS is committed to providing an excellent, comprehensive benefits package to its part-time employees that includes:

  • Training and education programs
  • 12 paid holidays

Qualifications:

  • Current law student or recent law school graduate
  • Understanding of and a commitment to PSLS mission
  • Demonstrated interest in and commitment to the needs of low-income/vulnerable clients
  • Diverse economic, social, or cultural experiences preferred
  • Strong oral/written communication

PSLS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create a welcoming environment. We recruit, employ, pay, and promote qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, religion, sex, disability, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, or other characteristics protected by law.


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