Law Clerk

December 22, 2025 4th Judicial District Court Employment Opportunity Announcement Position:
Law Clerk Salary

• Step 1 $ 30.36
• Step 2 $ 31.87
• Step 3 $ 33.39
• Step 4 $ 34.91
• Step 5 $ 36.43
• Step 6 $ 37.95
• Step 7 $ 39.47
• Step 8 $ 40.98
• Step 9 $ 42.50
• Step 10 $ 44.01

Final date to receive applications:
Open until filled

Chief District Judge Alvin R. Kacin of the Fourth Judicial District Court of the State of Nevada is recruiting for a full‑time law clerk to assist him at his chambers in Elko, Nevada. The Fourth Judicial District Court is a general jurisdiction court based in Elko County, Nevada consisting of three judicial departments. The successful applicant would be expected to begin employment on approximately February 1, 2026.

Elko County has a population of approximately 53,000 people and consists of the principal communities of Elko, Spring Creek, Wells, West Wendover, Carlin and Jackpot.

The law clerk will support the judge and other court staff by performing legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting in the overall operation of the office.

Responsibilities include:

• Research applicable legal and factual issues using computerized techniques and/or law library materials at the direction of the supervising judge.
• Interpret and apply laws, court decisions and other legal authorities in the preparation of briefs, pleadings and other legal papers.
• Draft memoranda, opinions and other documents related to findings on specific cases or issues.
• Research and explain departmental, County and State procedures to attorneys and departmental support staff.
• Contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the court’s service to the public by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of the court team.
• Maintain accurate records and files; prepare a variety of records and reports as assigned.
• Use standard office equipment, including a computer, in the performance of the work.

Qualifications:

• Must be a reliable and responsible individual who can interact with others in a friendly and professional manner.
• Must be a graduate of an ABA‑approved law school with strong legal‑writing abilities.
• Must commit to serve for a term of at least one to two years.

Applicants should submit the following items online:

• (1) A completed employment application.
• (2) A resume.
• (3) A cover letter addressed to the attention of Chief Judge Alvin R. Kacin.

Applicants selected for interviews may be asked to submit a writing sample, law school transcript, and/or letters of recommendation. All applicants must successfully complete a criminal history background check.