Judicial Clerk Resume

Responsibilities of judicial clerk depend on the type of court and the judge. This person is considered as a right hand of judge because they perform the tasks such as court opinions, legal research, proofing and site checking and drafting of memorandum. They are responsible for reading the formal papers parties submitted that. They hear the arguments of parties and analyze and research the relevant law and legal issues. They may assist their judges in drafting openings and clerks draft bench memoranda. These are the specific duties of Judicial Clerk. They are also responsible for duties such as maintenance of library, assembling documents and other duties as needed.

Judicial clerk must need to attend the conference with judge regarding the pending cases. In conference, there is great opportunity for Judicial clerk to observe motion practice and trials or may hear oral arguments. Clerkship positions are so competitive today and judges look to grades and writing skills. Good communication skill is also important for this post. As a Judicial clerk one can gain valuable knowledge about courtroom procedures and designing making. There is often a good relationship between clerk and judges that lead to long term friendships.

Sample Judicial Clerk Resume

Richard Anderson
1234, West 67 Street,
Carlisle, MA 01741,
(123)-456 7890.

Objective: Looking for the greatest opportunity to work as a Judicial Clerk for a reputed company.

Skills:

Graduate and one year of experience in clerical office work.
Good communication and writing skills.
Bondable nature.
Halid lowa driving license.
Moot and journal court experience.
Computer knowledge.

Computer Skills:

MS Outlook
MS Word
MS Excel

Work Experience:

Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator
New York

Responsible to write press releases.
Edition of memos and other document is done.
Compiled media trade lists.
Take part in performing client based research.
Consulted with judge on various legal issues
Assisted barrister in trial preparation.

Junior Legal Marketing Coordinator
New York

Responsible to organize CLE seminars for firm clients and attorneys.
Compiled press clip packet on firm news daily.
Performed research on law firms in practice areas.

Education:
Roger Williams University School of Law
Bristol, Rhode Island

References: Available upon request.