Law Clerk

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Location:

Colorado (Hybrid)

Full-Time | Family Law

Compensation: $20/hour | Incentive Pay Opportunities | Path to Full-Time Attorney Role (upon bar passage)

As a Law Clerk at New Leaf Family, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our attorneys and clients across a wide range of family law matters. Your work will span administrative, paralegal, and attorney-level tasks (always under the supervision of a licensed attorney).

Your duties may include:

• Preparing attorneys for court appearances, trials, and depositions
• Drafting and filing pleadings and other legal documents
• Assisting with discovery requests and responses
• Conducting legal research and preparing memoranda
• Communicating with clients and opposing counsel
• Supervising and coordinating the work of junior paralegals or interns
• Tracking all time worked in New Leaf’s systems
• Assisting with prospective client intake and engagement decisions

You’ll also support firm operations as needed — from case preparation to helping ensure smooth client onboarding.

• Hourly Compensation: $20.00/hour (non-exempt, full-time position)
• Path to Advancement:
• Upon passing the Colorado Bar Exam and admission to practice, New Leaf anticipates extending an offer for a full-time Associate Attorney position (expected starting salary: $75,000/year).
• Professional Growth:
  Hands-on experience in all aspects of family law practice
• Supportive Culture:
  Access to firm systems, mentorship, and a collaborative team environment that respects work-life balance

We’re seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable Law Clerk who is passionate about helping families through complex legal challenges.

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited law school
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Excellent organizational abilities and time management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, case management, and legal software tools
• Professional communication and client service demeanor
• Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and teamwork

• Ability to track time and manage multiple deadlines
• Willingness to perform a wide range of tasks — from administrative to substantive legal work
• Must receive written approval for any overtime (pre-approved in advance except in emergencies)

At New Leaf Family, we help families navigate transitions with compassion, clarity, and confidence. Our team combines legal expertise with empathy, helping clients through family law matters, estate planning, and conflict resolution. We believe in professional excellence, personal growth, and a healthy work-life balance.

Apply today with your resume, a brief cover letter, and your anticipated bar exam date.