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Law Clerk

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Commonwealth of Kentucky

Murray, KY (In Person)

$52,440 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/1/2026

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Advertisement Closes 6/8/2026 (8:00 PM EDT) req78571 Law Clerk Pay Grade 14 Salary $3,496.04 - $5,244.04 Monthly Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH
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FULL TIME
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ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY
| 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Public Advocacy Location 607 South 6th Street Murray, KY 42071 USA Description The Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy (DPA) is nationally recognized as a model statewide public defender system with an exceptional training and education program. Our defense teams ensure the criminal justice process is fair, results are just, and individual liberties are protected. We are hiring a Law Clerk to assist the criminal defense team in the Murray Trial Office. Kentucky DPA looks for individuals who have demonstrated a desire to help the most vulnerable in their communities. The ideal candidate recently completed all coursework at an ABA accredited law school to receive a JD degree and plans to take the next available bar exam or has recently received their license to practice law. We seek to hire persons who understand it is a privilege to represent our clients and we do so on behalf of the people of Kentucky. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Clerks assist attorneys representing defendants by providing support such as legal research and writing. Interviews clients. Other duties as assigned. Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings. Travel is required. Skills and Expectations includes but are not limited to the following: Planning and Organization skills Self directed and comfortable working with their defense team which include attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing works and off administrative staff. Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION
Completion of twenty-four semester hours at an American Bar Association accredited law school.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS
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EXPERIENCE
NONE Substitute
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EDUCATION
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
(AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE Working Conditions Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 12 months, except as provided in
KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Cheri Riedel at cheri.riedel@ky.gov or 833-514-8983. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D Apply Now Share Save Job