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The Cochran Firm, DC

Part-time Law Clerk - Juris Doctorate Required

Pay: $25–$30/hr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

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What they do

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

$111,303 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)

+58% projected growth

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Job Description

Part-time Law Clerk•Juris Doctorate Required The Cochran Firm, DC Washington, DC Job Details Part-time $25•$30 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Computer operation Law Legal writing Writing skills Research Doctor of Law (JD) Organizational skills Computer skills Full Job Description Part-Time Law Clerk position available for recent graduates and recently licensed attorneys

Pay:

$25•30 per hour Job description: Part-Time Law Clerk position available for recent graduates and recently licensed attorneys Part-time law clerk position is available with The Cochran Firm, DC (www.cochranfirmdc.com) to assist attorneys in a fast paced and exciting plaintiff-side personal injury and medical malpractice firm involving major cases and interesting issues. The position provides opportunity for true hands-on experience and a significant role in the litigation of high-profile cases including investigation, discovery, and trial.

Requirements:

An understanding of basic legal concepts, terminology, principles Strong research and writing capabilities Excellent organizational skills Attention to detail Computer experience Previous experience in a personal injury firm (optional but highly preferred) Position is available immediately. Candidates must be able to commit to an average of 25-30 hours per week. Our state-of-the-art office, complete with ergonomic workstations, is located one block from the Farragut North and Farragut West metro stations in the heart of Washington, D.C. Compensation is on an hourly basis. Please send cover letter, resume and writing sample.

Job Type:

Part-time Benefits:

Flexible schedule

License/Certification:

Juris Doctorate (preferred)

Work Location:

In person

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$25.00•$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Experience:

Medical Malpractice Law:

1 year (Preferred)

Personal Injury Law:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Juris Doctorate (Required)

Work Location:

In person