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
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Closing Date:
13th September, 2026
Description:
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP (DWT) is seeking applicants for a paid 2L Diversity Law Clerk in the Healthcare practice group for the Spring 2027 term of the student's academic year. The group has attorneys are working in our Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, and Seattle offices; and, while not required, 2L Law Clerk candidates who live near one of these offices may be able to visit the office and attend in-person meetings with attorneys. The law clerk will report to the Healthcare partners and associates, and we will work with them to accommodate their academic schedule. The hourly salary for this position is $40.00/hour. Our Healthcare group represents leading hospitals and health systems, clinics, medical groups, foundations, laboratories, pharmacies, scientific and medical research organizations and digital health companies on a range of regulatory, governance and transactional matters. We deal with cutting edge issues such as privacy, health equity and access, and telemedicine. We help our clients navigate the ever-changing healthcare regulatory maze, partnering with them to meet their business goals and objectives while understanding and addressing the regulatory risks.
Responsibilities:
The law clerk will support the Healthcare practice group by: Conducting legal research on developments in the laws and regulations impacting companies in healthcare field Writing blog posts on relevant legal topics Collaborating with attorneys to contribute to the group's ongoing projects.
Eligibility:
This opportunity is open to second-year law students who: Are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive legal profession. Are highly organized, able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, and meet deadlines. Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Have a genuine interest in exploring Healthcare law. Are currently enrolled at an ABA-accredited law school. Can commit to 5-15 hours of work per week during the Spring 2027 semester. Reside within 45 minutes of a DWT office in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Portland, or Seattle, and able to commit to an in-person work day at least once every two weeks.
Application Requirements:
To apply, please submit the following materials: Current resume (please omit GPA information). Cover letter (describing your interest in working with our Healthcare team and explaining how you meet the criteria listed above). Personal statement (500 words responding to the prompt below). List of references (two or three, including at least one person qualified to comment on your law school work or other related professional skills and experience).
Personal Statement Prompt:
Your personal statement should help us learn more about you and should address the requirements of the position, including a commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive legal profession. This includes your personal experiences and information not readily available on your resume.
