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
•72970007 The State of Florida•3.5 West Palm Beach, FL Job Details Temporary $18 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Statutory legal research Computer operation Law Legal writing Writing skills Document review Workers' compensation claims Computer skills Entry level
Full Job Description Requisition No:
879130
Agency:
Division of Administrative Hearings Working Title:
LAW CLERK
•72970007
Pay Plan:
Temp Position Number:
72970007
Salary:
$18.00/hr
Posting Closing Date:
07/17/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool
DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS OPEN COMPETITIVE OPS
Law Clerk 72970007 This advertisement is for an OPS part-time position located in the Office of Judges of Compensation Claims in West Palm Beach, FL.
Contact Person:
Hailey Lobsinger (561) 650-1040
Salary:
$18.00 hourly
DESCRIPTION
This position contributes directly to the unit and agency mission by assisting Judges of Compensation Claims in timely concluding workers compensation claims by providing legal research and reviewing and drafting proposed orders and settlements.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
Reviews statutory authority for granting or denying proposed orders. Communicates with the Judge of Compensation claims professionally and timely related to proposed orders and reasons for approval or denial. Assists Judge of Compensation Claims with legal research upon request. Meticulously examines proposed settlements and orders submitted in workers compensation claims for accuracy and gives recommendation for approval or denial to assigned Judge of Compensation Claims. Completes special projects when assigned and demonstrates DOAH's fundamental values of fairness, cooperation, respect, commitment, excellence, honesty and teamwork.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of computer navigation; Ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills; Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and Ability to organize work and effectively manage one's time.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a first, second, or third year law student.
HIRING PROCESS
You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, or interviews. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the closing date.
BACKGROUND
Successful completion of Level 2 background screening is required for all positions with the Division of Administrative Hearings. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Location:
WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33401 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33405 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33406 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33407 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33409 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33410 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33411 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33412 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33413 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33415 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33417 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33418 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33426 WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33460
