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Law Clerk (SOS Temporary)

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$16.04/hr

JR2026-00028349 Law Clerk (SOS Temporary) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Join the State of Nebraska Team as a Temporary Law ...

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Law Clerk (SOS Temporary)

Lincoln, NE

$16.04/hr

JR2026-00028349 Law Clerk (SOS Temporary) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Join the State of Nebraska Team as a Temporary Law ...

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Driving Test Examiner (SOS Temporary)

Omaha, NE

$19.72/hr

The SOS Temporary Program is the State of Nebraska's inhouse staffing service, placing motivated ... Experience working with the public in a customer service capacity or working with motor vehicle law.

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Driving Test Examiner (SOS Temporary)

Bellevue, NE · On-site

$19.72/hr

The SOS Temporary Program is the State of Nebraska's inhouse staffing service, placing motivated ... Experience working with the public in a customer service capacity or working with motor vehicle law.

Behaven Kids

Temporary HR Assistant-Entry Level

Omaha, NE

$33K - $43K/yr

Temporary Part-Time HR Assistant Are you interested in learning more about human resources and ... law. Behaven Kids also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with ...

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How much do temporary law jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary law in Nebraska is $51,211.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,600.00 and $62,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a temporary law job?

Temporary law jobs are short-term legal positions where professionals such as lawyers, paralegals, or legal assistants work on a contract or project basis instead of as permanent staff. These roles can include tasks like document review, legal research, or assisting during busy periods or special projects. Temporary law positions are common in law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies, and they offer flexibility for both employers and employees. These jobs are often filled through legal staffing agencies or job boards specializing in contract legal work.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in temporary law positions, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in temporary law roles often face challenges such as quickly adapting to new work environments, understanding varying firm processes, and managing fluctuating workloads. To address these challenges, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, maintain flexibility, and proactively communicate with team members to clarify expectations. Building a network of contacts within each assignment can also help ease transitions and provide valuable support. Additionally, being open to learning and demonstrating reliability can lead to repeat placements or even permanent opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a temporary law role, and why are they important?

To succeed in a temporary legal role, you generally need a law degree, bar admission (as required by jurisdiction), and strong legal research and writing abilities. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as proficiency in document management systems, is often required. Attention to detail, adaptability, and strong organizational and communication skills help candidates stand out. These skills ensure temporary legal professionals can quickly integrate into new teams, produce high-quality work, and meet tight deadlines in dynamic environments.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Law job openings in Nebraska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,211 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Law Clerk (SOS Temporary)

Lincoln, NE • On-site

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$16.04/hr

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Hiring Agency:
Administrative Services - Agency 65
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$16.035
Job Posting:
JR2026-00028349 Law Clerk (SOS Temporary) (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
Job Description:
Join the State of Nebraska Team as a Temporary Law Clerk through the SOS Temporary Program!
The SOS Temporary Program is the State of Nebraska's inhouse staffing service, placing motivated talent into high impact, limited term roles that help keep the State's agencies, boards, and commissions moving forward. Every assignment is temporary and provides an opportunity to complete meaningful work while building new skills and connections and exploring career paths within state government.
Check out the details below to learn more about this temporary opportunity with Department of Revenue. Answer the call - be part of the SOS talent pool completing impactful assignments!
Agency: Department of Revenue
Expected Length of Temporary Assignment: 9/10/2027
Hourly Rate for Law Clerk I: $15.682
Under direct supervision, performs paraprofessional legal work researching and providing analysis on a variety of legal subjects for an agency; prepares a variety of legal documents and memorandums; performs related work as assigned.
Job Duties include:
1. Conducts research for agency attorneys; reviews, studies, searches, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs and related legal authorities.
2. Analyze law sources to prepare drafts of briefs or arguments for review, approval, and use by attorney.
3. Assists with preparing legal files and/or documents and/or correspondence such as briefs, affidavits, motions, subpoenas, petitions, or memorandums for use by agency attorneys.
4. Proofreads letters, briefs, memoranda and other material prepared by agency attorneys.
5. May assist in drafting proposed rules, regulations and statutes.
6. May represents agency in administrative hearings under supervision of a licensed agency attorney pursuant to Certified Senior Law Student Rule.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications for a Law Clerk I: Current enrollment in, and completion of one year of law school (approved by the American Bar Association).
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Employees who are currently enrolled in an American Bar Association-approved law school and have completed sufficient legal studies to attain senior standing, making them eligible for Certification as a Certified Senior Law Student under Nebraska Revised Court Rules, Chapter 3, Article 7, may be promoted to Law Clerk II at a rate of $18.530
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Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
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The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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