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City of Orem
LAW CLERK - CRIMINAL DIVISION
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Job Description
LAW CLERK - CRIMINAL DIVISION
Salary/Pay Rate:
$27.00 Hourly
Opening Date:
9/1/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Employment Opportunity
The City Attorneys Office is seeking a qualified law student (2L or 3L) or recent law school graduate for an in-person Criminal Law Fellowship during the Fall 2026 semester (September through December). Working on-site under the direct supervision of the Prosecution Division, this hands-on role bridges the gap between classroom theory and real-world courtroom practice.
This position focuses on the research, preparation, and litigation of criminal misdemeanor and infraction cases. Candidates will have the opportunity to gain direct courtroom experience under Utah Supreme Court Rule 4-807 (Law Student and Law Graduate Legal Assistance).
Key Responsibilities & Learning Opportunities
Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare criminal misdemeanor and infraction cases for court.
Conduct client/witness interviews, participate in case negotiations, and assist prosecutors with trial preparation.
Courtroom Practice (Rule 4-807): Under attorney supervision, eligible certified clerks may directly appear in court, present arguments, negotiate cases, and conduct hearings and Class B/C misdemeanor trials on behalf of the prosecuting authority.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Rule 4-807 Requirements
Education Status:
Current 2L or 3L law student in good standing (having completed at least one full year / two semesters of law school) or a recent ABA-approved law school graduate preparing to take the Bar exam.
Coursework Prerequisites:
To appear in court for criminal evidentiary hearings under Rule 4-807, candidates must have completed and passed courses in Evidence and Criminal Procedure.
Certification:
Must be eligible for student/graduate certification pursuant to Utah SCRP Rule 4-807.
Pay and Benefits
$27.00 Hourly
Schedule
Work Location:
In-Person at the City Attorney's Office (no remote option).
Term:
September 2026 December 2026 (Fall Semester).
Schedule:
Part-time (hours determined upon hire).
Application Process
Those interested in applying should submit their application online.
ONLY THE INFORMATION ON OR ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATION WILL BE USED FOR SCREENING PURPOSES.
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