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Part-time and Summer Clerkship & Intern Positions
North Dakota & Minnesota Associate Positions
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North Dakota & Minnesota Clerkships
Clerkships Elsewhere
Part-time and Summer Clerkship & Intern Positions
6/19/09
Law Clerk: Camrud, Maddock, Olson & Larson, Ltd., a nine-attorney, AV-rated law firm located in Grand Forks, seeks to fill one Law Clerk position. Applicants must be current students in the Class of 2010 or 2011. This position will be part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer. The planned starting date is September 2009. If you are interested in being exposed to a wide variety of practice areas in a busy legal environment, please send resume, writing sample, and law school transcript to: Donna M. Smith, 401 DeMers Ave., Ste 500, P.O. Box 5849, Grand Forks, ND 58206-5849. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
6/15/09
Summer Associate: Minneapolis, MN. Opportunity to spend a summer with a private practice law firm in Minneapolis, MN as a summer association. For more information, please contact Greta Larson @ 612-493-7141 or email @ glarson@fredlaw.com
5/19/09
Law Clerk: Bismarck, ND. The Dickson Law Office in Bismarck, ND is looking for a hard-working, self-starting 1L or 2L student to work on criminal and civil law cases. The clerkship will offer an excellent working environment and highly competitive salary. Email resume to Thomas A. Dickson @ tdickson@dicksonlaw.com. The position will be open until filled.
5/6/09
Law Clerk: St. Cloud, MN. Rinke Noonan, a 28 attorney firm based in St. Cloud, MN, seeks a third-year student or attorney
with a strong academic background for a Summer Clerk position. Rinke Noonan is a comprehensive law firm delivering legal services to businesses, financial institutions, governmental entities and individuals throughout Minnesota and the upper Midwest since 1967. Rinke Noonan offers the opportunity for collegial, sophisticated practice in a "life style" firm. Interested persons should provide a resume, law school transcript, and writing sample to: Rinke Noonan, Attention Rose Welle, P.O. Box 1497, St. Cloud, MN 56302. For more information, please review the firm's website at www.rnoon.com.
North Dakota & Minnesota Associate Positions
6/23/09
Court Certified Spanish Interpreter: Rochester, MN. The Court Certified Spanish Interpreter will provide Spanish interpreter services at court proceedings, at the public counter, and over the telephone including interpreting from English to Spanish and vice-versa; interpret at pre-trial conferences, during sworn statements, interviews, bond hearings, arraignments, plea bargains, motions, jury and bench trials, sentencing, probation violation hearings, domestic violence proceedings, court calendars, and other court-related events as required. Must be a Certified Court Interpreter; requires mastery English and Spanish and the ability to read, speak, and write both languages; requires proficiency in simultaneous and consecutive interpreting, and sight translation; knowledge and understanding of legal concepts and forensic terminology in both English and Spanish, plus more. Work is typically performed in a courtroom or office setting or at a public counter. Work may be performed in a judge’s chambers, attorney offices, or jail. For a more detailed list of duties and qualifications, and how to apply, please visit http://www.mncourts.gov/. Salary is $41,697.36 - $64,581.84. Deadline: Continuous.
6/16/09
Litigation Attorney - Crowley Fleck PLLP, a progressive and established 100 attorney law firm, based in Billings, MT, with regional offices in Bismarck, Bozeman, Helena, Kalispell, Missoula and Williston seeks a litigation attorney with 3+ years of experience to practice in our Bismarck, North Dakota office. Successful applicants must be licensed to practice law in North Dakota, have a strong academic record, solid research and writing capabilities. Very competitive salary. All applications will be held in confidence. Please submit your cover letter, resume and transcript to: Crowley Fleck PLLP, Attn: Joe Kresslein, P.O. Box 2529, Billings, MT 59103-2529 or via e-mail to jkresslein@crowleyfleck.com. See our website at www.crowleyfleck.com
6/16/09
Judicial Referee - The Northeast Central Judicial District, consisting of Grand Forks and Nelson Counties, is seeking a Judicial Referee. The position is responsible for conducting and presiding over formal hearings and court cases involving juveniles, child support, small claims, civil traffic, initial criminal, and mental health involuntary commitments. Reviews pleadings, affidavits, case files and law in preparation for hearings. Writes decisions, findings, conclusions and/or orders ruling on the facts of the case. May act as a master pursuant to Rule 53 of the North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure. For more information, log onto www.ndcourts.gov.
6/15/09
Clerk of District Court II - Fargo, ND. Salary & Benefits: $4,678 monthly; plus excellent benefits package including employer-paid family health insurance premiums and retirement contributions and generous vacation and sick leave accruals. Closing Date: Application and resume must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 18, 2009. Summary of Work: The Clerk of District Court II is responsible for planning, directing, organizing, and supervising all personnel assigned to the Office of the Clerk of District Court. This position is responsible for developing office operational procedures associated with all district court cases involving criminal, civil, restricted, traffic, or other cases filed with district court. Essential Functions: * Plans, organizes, and supervises the administration, processes, and operations of the Clerk of District Court Office. * Supervises the daily activities, functions, and workflow of the office and its personnel. Monitors and supervises the daily functions and activities of court case management, records management, and court administration involving cases of a civil, criminal, restricted, traffic, or other cases from the initial filing of cases to final disposition. * Develops and coordinates the implementation of internal operating procedures and policies in the Clerk of District Court Office. * Carries out the duties of the office set by statute, rules, policies, and established procedures of the Court. * Assists in the development of and monitors the Clerk of District Court budget. Qualifications/Requirements: Requires a bachelor's degree in judicial administration, public administration, business, management, or a related degree and three years of experience including a combination of supervisory related experience and progressively responsible administrative experience, or Associate's degree in business, management, judicial administration, public administration, or related degree and four years of experience including a combination of supervisory related experience and progressively responsible administrative experience. Interested applicants must submit an Application for State Employment (SFN 10950) and resume. Applications can be obtained either by contacting the local job service office or online at: http://www.nd.gov/hrms/jobs/appforms.html. Submit Application and Resume to: North Dakota Court System; Attn: Human Resources; 600 East Boulevard, Dept. 180; Bismarck, ND 58505-0530 Phone: (701) 328-4216 Fax: (701) 328-2092
Application material must be received at the address above no later than 5:00 p.m., on June 18, 2009.
6/15/09
Juvenile Court Officer I. Fargo, ND. Salary & Benefits: $3,567 monthly; plus excellent benefits package including employer paid family health insurance premiums and retirement contributions and generous vacation and sick leave accruals, visit: http://www.ndcourts.com/SCBenefitsSummary2009.pdf. Closing Date: Application and resume must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 23, 2009. Summary of Work: The Juvenile Court Officer I is responsible for performing case management and probation services involving delinquent, unruly and deprived children. Investigates the background of delinquent and unruly children in order to assist the court in determining the most appropriate disposition of each case. Develops and implements case plans with assigned children, addressing areas of community protection, competency development and accountability. Essential Functions: 1. Prepares predisposition reports of assigned cases to assess the nature of reported delinquency offenses and conduct of the child and the circumstances involved in the case. Interviews the parties involved and obtains case information from schools, law enforcement agencies, victims and other sources. 2. Prepares and presents detailed plans for service based upon the court. Attends and participates in court hearings and other judicial proceedings to give testimony for disposition. 3. Develops and implements case plans based on assessment of the risks and needs of the probationer, family and community. Makes appropriate referrals for services. 4. Maintains regular contact with probationer to ensure compliance with informal adjustment and court ordered probation conditions, including monetary restitution, community service, drug testing, group facilitation, youth accountability conferences, and any other conditions implementing a balanced approach. Maintains contact with collateral agencies and community resources involved with the child and the family. 5. Participates in public relations with community organizations to maintain community resources for children and their families. 6. Maintains case information on the juvenile court information system. Qualifications/Requirements:
Requires a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, criminal justice or a related area. Application Process:
Interested applicants must submit an Application for State Employment (SFN 10950) and resume. Applications can be obtained online at: http://www.nd.gov/hrms/jobs/appforms.html or from any North Dakota Job Service office. Submit Application and Resume to: North Dakota Court System; Attn: Human Resources; 600 East Boulevard, Dept. 180; Bismarck, ND 58505-0530; Phone: (701) 328-4216 Fax: (701) 328-2092. Application material must be received at the address above no later than 5:00 p.m., on June 23, 2009.
6/12/09
Associate: Dalsted & Ryan, P.C., Jamestown, ND. A small established general practice law firm seeks an associate. This position would be an excellent opportunity for a new attorney in that it offers case management and courtroom experience. Candidate must be motivated and have excellent communication skills. Will consider applicants sitting for the July 2009 North Dakota Bar exam. The position is opened until filled. Please submit resume via mail or email to: Manager, Dalsted & Ryan; PO Box 1727; Jamestown, ND 58402-1727; email: lyran@csicable.net.
5/21/09
Attorney: Bismarck, ND. Larson Latham Huettl, a six member, general practice law firm has an opening for an attorney to work in their domestic relations area. They would prefer a candidate with 1-3 years of experience and already licensed in North Dakota, but would accept someone who will be taking the North Dakota Bar Exam in July. Salary range is $48,500 - $60,000, commensurate with experience. Attorneys with 1-3 years of experience, please forward a cover letter and resume. For attorneys with less then one year of experience, please forward a cover letter, resume, writing sample and transcript. Email your application materials to Sheila at salarson@bismarcklaw.com, or by mail to Larson Latham Huettl Law Firm; 521 East Main Avenue, Suite 450; PO Box 2056; Bismarck, ND 58502-2056; or by fax to 701-223-5366.
Associate Positions Elsewhere
6/23/09
Solicitors/Lawyers; Trainee Solicitors; Paralegals; Interns. HONG KONG, CHINA.
We are a well-known HUMAN RIGHTS LAW FIRM with extensive experience in judicial review proceedings and constitutional litigation, including landmark judicial reviews involving the interpretation of the Basic Law (the “right of abode” cases). In the area of refugee and Convention Against Torture (“CAT”) law we have had a number of positive developments resulting from our test cases in creating a protective framework for asylum seekers/CAT claimants in the Hong Kong SAR. We are looking for the following to join our team and drive us forward in light of the above developments: Solicitors/Lawyers; Trainee Solicitors; Paralegals; Interns. We are looking for candidates demonstrating an interest in the above areas of law including, but not limited to, NGO work. We are also looking to expand our intern program with selected universities. E-MAIL us your and cover letter to: barnesdaly@pacific.net.hk and/or ambedkar@pacific.net.hk for Mark Daly; phbarnes@pacific.net.hk for Peter Barnes. Please also visit our website (which is being updated) at www.barnesdaly.com
North Dakota & Minnesota Clerkships
6/23/09
Temporary Law Clerk: Crookston, MN. The Honorable Jeffrey Remick is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time temporary judicial law clerk position to begin on or about July 1, 2009. This position may be classified as permanent after six months. Work involves the performance of professional legal research and other related clerical/administrative work in the preparation of memoranda, opinions, or orders for judges or court officials concerning the cases before them. The law clerk will work on issues in all areas of the law including civil, juvenile, probate, and zoning law with an emphasis on criminal and family law. Must be a graduate of an accredited law school; experience using a Windows operating system; experience using Microsoft Word; experience using Westlaw. To apply, please click on http://www.mncourts.gov/ to download an application form or obtain by calling 218-759-4361. Along with the application, submit a letter of application, resume, one writing sample and transcript of grades to: Jill Hendrickson; Human Resources Coordinator; Ninth Judicial District; 616 America Avenue NW, #250; Bemidji, MN 56601. Salary $21.09/hour.
6/23/09
Temporary Law Clerk: Grand Rapids, MN. The Honorable John Hawkinson is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time temporary judicial law clerk position to begin on or about July 8, 2009. This position may be classified as permanent after six months. Work involves the performance of professional legal research and other related clerical/administrative work in the preparation of memoranda, opinions, or orders for judges or court officials concerning the cases before them. The law clerk will work on issues in all areas of the law including civil, juvenile, probate, and zoning law with an emphasis on criminal and family law. Must be a graduate of an accredited law school; experience using a Windows operating system; experience using Microsoft Word; experience using Westlaw. Work is performed primarily in an office setting or a courtroom. To apply, please click on http://www.mncourts.gov/ to download an application form or obtain by calling 218/759-4361. Along with the application, submit a letter of application, resume, one writing sample and transcript of grades to: Jill Hendrickson; Human Resources Coordinator; Ninth Judicial District; 616 America Avenue NW, #250; Bemidji, MN 56601. Salary $21.09/hour.
6/23/09
Law Clerk: Winona, MN. The Honorable Jeffrey Thompson, the Honorable Nancy Bostrack, and the Honorable Mary Leahy who are chambered in the Winona County Courthouse in Winona, MN, are seeking a qualified person to fill one full-time judicial law clerk position. The successful candidate will be articulate, self-motivated, and an excellent writer. Solid academic and analytical skills are required. Applicants must have the ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing. Computer literacy is important, familiarity with Westlaw and Microsoft Word/Windows operating system preferred. Please apply for this position by clicking on http://www.mncourts.gov/ to download an application form or obtain by calling 218/759-4361. In addition to completing the online application, please attach your resume and unofficial transcripts. Salary is $21.90/hour.
4/14/09
Supreme Court Law Clerk: St. Paul, MN. The court will hire law clerks for a single court year that generally extends from August 1 to July 31 of the following year or such later date, as the volume of opinions requires. It is estimated that 10 to 11 clerkship vacancies exist for the period from August 2010 through July 2011. The minimum academic requirement for applications is enrollment as a second-year law student; graduation from an accredited law school is required to begin employment. Professional skills and scholastic proficiency are both considered. Strong writing and research skills are essential. Writing for the law review, for a law journal, or for moot court is very helpful. Selection of law clerks is made after applications have been reviewed and personal interviews have been conducted by the court. The anticipated salary for the 2010-11 term is $52,931. Excellent State of Minnesota benefits package and low-cost parking. Visit www.mmb.state.mn.us for current benefit information. To apply: Submit completed application, resume, legal writing sample and official transcript with class rank (must be mailed directly from the Register’s Office). You may obtain the application by clicking on Supreme Court and Court of Appeals Law Clerk Application Form (applications may be obtained and filed online at www.mncourts.gov, or call 651-297-3430, and mail it to the undersigned by August 14, 2009. Minnesota Judicial Center; Human Resources Department, Room G27; 25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.; St. Paul, MN 55155.
4/14/09
Law Clerk: Bismarck, ND. The North Dakota Supreme Court is now accepting applications from second year law students who are interested in applying for a one-year appointment as a law clerk. The current salary is $49,172 per year. Depending upon availability of funds and the possibility of legislative action for a pay increase between now and August 2010, that amount may change. The Court requires an individual selected to serve as a law clerk to be legally authorized to work in the United States, and expects the individual to successfully complete law school education, take a bar examination of their choice before beginning the clerkship, and commit to completing a full one-year term from August 2010, July 31, 2011. Applications are due no later than July 15, 2009. For more information and an application, please stop by the Law School Career Services Office.
Clerkships Elsewhere
