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Law Clerk

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Commonwealth of Kentucky

Stanton, KY (In Person)

$54,013 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 days ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/11/2026

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Advertisement Closes 6/18/2026 (8:00 PM EDT) 26-02738 Law Clerk Pay Grade 14 Salary $3,600.84 - $5,401.34 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 452 Washington Street Stanton, KY 40380 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 Stanton Trial Office. Kentucky DPA looks for individuals who have demonstrated a desire to help the most vulnerable in their communities. The ideal candidate would have recently completed all coursework at an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school to receive a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and plans to take the next available bar exam or has recently received their license to practice law. This individual exhibits exceptional planning and organizational skills, is self-directed, and comfortable working with their defense team which includes attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing workers and office administrative staff. 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: Assisting attorneys representing indigent defendants by providing support such as legal research and writing. Interviewing clients and other duties as required. Performing duties primarily in both office and courtroom settings. Traveling is required. Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION
Completion of twenty-four semester hours at an American Bar Association accredited law school.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS
NONE Substitute
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NONE Substitute
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EDUCATION
NONE
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 Heather Estes at heather.estes@ky.gov or 833-895-0582. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D