LAW CLERK

LAW CLERK Print ( ufeff LAW CLERK Salary $49,559.28 Annually Location Los Angeles County, CA Job Type Temporary Job Number A9240E Department DISTRICT ATTORNEY Opening Date 01/16/2026 Closing Date Continuous + Description + Benefits + Questions Position/Program Information LOS ANGELES COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE We welcome applications from anyone FILING PERIOD: THE APPLICATION FILING PERIOD WILL BEGIN ON JANUARY 20, 2026, AT 8:00 A.M. (PT) u2013 CONTINUOUS. WE WILL KEEP ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. THE APPLICATION WINDOW MAY CLOSE UNEXPECTEDLY ONCE WE HAVE ENOUGH QUALIFIED CANDIDATES. EXAM NUMBER: A9240E With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities, and many more. The County of Los Angeles values diversity and is dedicated to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons. Joining the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office (LADA) is the largest prosecutorial office in the nation. Our jurisdiction spans 4,083 miles, stretching from the Antelope Valley to Long Beach, and from Pomona to Malibu. LADA is dedicated to protecting and serving our community and safeguarding the rights of crime victims and the accused alike through an unrelenting pursuit of justice. As a member of our Office, Law Clerks will be joining a team that proudly represents the people of the State of California. We seek justice for all of our diverse communities by reflecting the highest standards of fairness, impartiality, and integrity POSITION INFORMATION Law Clerks with the Los Angeles County District Attorneyu2019s Office work across a variety of assignments throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Under the mentorship of an experienced Deputy District Attorney, Law Clerks receive meaningful administrative and technical mentorship while contributing directly to the Officeu2019s criminal justice mission. This role offers hands-on experience in the practical application of criminal law through direct service within the Los Angeles region. Law Clerks support prosecutorial work and gain valuable insight into the operations of one of the nationu2019s largest public law offices. Strong analytical abilities are essential, as Law Clerks research, interpret, and apply case law, statutes, and related legal issues. Responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of legal briefs, memoranda, resolutions, and other documents used in judicial proceedings. Successful Law Clerks bring a solid understanding of legal research principles, methods, and resources, along with strong understanding of California state law, county legislation, and administrative law, including relevant regulations and enforcement practices. Essential Job Functions + Provides support to attorneys in a wide variety of legal tasks including research, study, interpretation, and application of laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities for use in the preparation of cases, opinions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents. + Assists in drafting a variety of legal documents. + Conducts legal research, prepares research memorandums, investigates and prepares written reports on writs of habeas corpus, and drafts points and authorities. + Organizes extensive discovery, reports, documents and potential exhibits. + Communicates with witnesses, experts, clients and potential exhibits, provides information to judges, attorneys, and the public concerning the work of the department. + Interviews clients to obtain factual, biographical and financial information. + Provides clients with summary of reports and charges files as needed. + Assists in the scheduling of witnesses and prepares witnesses and clients in courtroom procedures and appropriate protocol. + Accepts legal process served on the office after regular business hours. + Performs various clerical duties necessary to the maintenance of the departmental law library. + Performs clerical and computer data input work in connection with legal matters as needed. Requirements REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY Current enrollment and successful completion of one full year in an approved or accredited law school -OR- Current enrollment in a law school and successful completion of the State Bar of California First Year Law Student's Examination. LICENSE REQUIREMENT A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: ACCREDITATION INFORMATION An approved law school is defined as a law school approved by the American Bar Association. Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). These agencies must be recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and the International Handbook of Universitiesare also acceptable references. We also accept degrees conferred by institutions that have been evaluated by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by theNational Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE)and that have been deemed by the evaluating agency to be the equivalent of a degree from an accredited United States institution. + Applicants must attach transcripts (original or photocopy) showing proof of current enrollment, and indicating grade levelAND completion of or enrollment in Evidence and Civil Procedure courses to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the filing date. + Applicants enrolled in a non-approved law school must attach proof of successful completion of the State Bar of California -- First Year Law Student's Examination to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the filing date. Additional Information EXAMINATION INFORMATION This exam will consist of a structured interview test weighted at 100%, measuring: Professional/Technical Knowledge (General Criminal Case & Statutory Law and Constitutional Principles of California Rules of Professional Conduct as they pertain to Criminal Defense) Critical Thinking Decision Making Skills Oral Communication Skills Listening Skills Fact Finding Ethics & Integrity Cultural & Individual Sensitivity Candidates must meet the REQUIREMENTS and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an as-received basis. The names of applicants receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in Band order, based on their score, for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every six (6) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION QUALIFYING BACKGROUND CHECK Before a final appointment is made to this position, you will be required to complete and pass a detailed background investigation including a Livescan. Examples of disqualifying factors are: + Any criminal charges or convictions + Job related misdemeanor convictions + Certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations such as three (3)moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at-fault accidents; applicant placed on a three (3) year probation + Poor credit history + Poor employment history + Substance abuse + Driving under the influence LOCATION AND SHIFT Appointees may be required to work in any area of Los Angeles County and in any shift including evenings, nights, and weekends. VACANCY INFORMATION The resulting certification list for this examination will be used for temporary employment only within the Office of the District Attorney. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filedonline only. Applications will not be accepted by mail, fax, or in-person. If you are unable to attach documents (if any), you may submit them via email to .g ov within 15 calendar days from the filing dat e . In the subject line of your email or fax cover sheet, you must include your name and the exam title. Invitation letters to the interview will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application.It is important that candidates provide a valid email address. Please add to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from bring filtered as spam/junk mail. To apply online, click on the green

Created: 2026-01-19