MidGrowing growth
Law Clerk
Research law and support judges or attorneys
$45,000 – $90,000/yrConduct legal research and draft memos for judges, law firms, or government offices.
Highlights
Common tasks
Research case law, draft bench memos, cite-check opinions, and observe court proceedings.
Potential downsides
Temporary clerkship terms, intense workload, and pressure to impress for future jobs.
Skills
ResearchWritingNegotiationCommunicationDecision makingStrategic thinking
Interests
Law & policyFinance & investingSocial impactBusiness & strategy
Industries
Government
Work style
AnalyticalIndependentCollaborativePeople-focused
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