A Law Clerk assists judges with research and other legal and administrative work, particularly for cases to be decided in court. Organizes legal files, researches laws and prior decisions, reviews briefs submitted by attorneys. May draft and file legal documents or assist litigation attorneys. Works in a short term position typically held by law students or recent law school graduates
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Summary:
Attorneys designated at Dickinson Wright PLLC (the "Firm") as Of Counsel attorneys will join a supportive working environment with a firm having a national platform while handling sophisticated matters for some of the nation's largest and most innovative companies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential duties and responsibilities of staff designated as Of Counsel at the Firm include, but are not limited to:
Case Review and Legal Research :
Reviewing legal issues related to client matters. Conducting thorough legal research to understand in depth the elements of the matter. Analyzing official documentation.
Legal Representation and Strategy :
Advising and representing clients. Formulating effective legal strategies. Seeking timely and cost-effective solutions to manage legal matters. Exploring alternatives to trial, such as negotiation and settlements.
Court Appearances and Advocacy :
Representing clients in court hearings. Arguing motions on their behalf. Taking the lead in complex, strategic, or sensitive negotiations.
Mentoring and Leadership :
Providing guidance to other attorneys and legal support staff. Sharing expertise and mentoring junior colleagues.
Statutory Compliance and Document Management :
Managing legal documents. Reviewing options for various strategies. Handling required filings in various courts and administrative agencies.
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities Required:
Attorneys must have worked a minimum of 5 years as an Associate Attorney, a combined 5 years as an Associate Attorney or Judicial Clerk or generate sufficient WAR/BAR to support the Of Counsel status. Attorneys must possess strong analytic, writing and communication skills.
Working Conditions:
Normal law office environment with little exposure to noise, dust, temperature. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements. Please note that a variety of factors determine compensation, including geographic location, experience, relevant degrees and certifications, and other applicable factors authorized by law. Dickinson Wright offers a generous benefits package for eligible fulltime employees within our U.S. offices, including health, dental, and vision; 401(k) and profit sharing plans; paid vacation; and parental leave.
Additional elective programs include:
a health flexible spending account, a health savings account, identity theft protection, a dependent day care reimbursement account, commuter benefits, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability protection, an employee assistance program, and emergency travel assistance. We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
