Law Clerk

Forthright is an innovator in the design, automation and management of processing solutions for complex regulatory and legal dispute resolution programs. Our ability to translate complex regulations into program rules, build workflow systems accordingly, and effectively process high volumes of transactions drive proven results for our clients.
Forum is a leading arbitration and mediation administrator.

This part‑time position responds to and performs basic legal research regarding Forum arbitration and mediation cases. Summarizes pleadings, identifies issues, and locates legal authorities quickly and accurately. Drafts memoranda and templates. Performs more focused, topical legal research at the request of and under the direction of arbitrators, internal legal counsel, and senior management. May also be assigned proofreading, data entry, or administrative tasks, as needed.

• Quickly and thoroughly review case files and accurately summarize the parties' contentions.
• Perform needed legal research, select the best cases, accurately synthesize the holding, and provide a relevant citation.
• When requested by an arbitrator, provide thorough, insightful memos that answer the arbitrator's questions, anticipating follow‑up questions.
• Perform in‑depth legal or market research and analysis for arbitrators, in‑house legal counsel, or senior management; accurately proofread or cite‑check memoranda, articles, or other documents for the same.
• Perform database research, data entry or administrative tasks as assigned.
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance according to scheduled work hours – an essential function of this job.
• Employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

• Must be currently enrolled as a law‑school student or be an experienced litigation paralegal or equivalent.
• Must be available to work during the school year 12–15 hours per week during business hours, or potentially more during the summer.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interface with internal staff and external customers.
• Customer‑focused, dedicated to producing quality work; demonstrates outstanding customer service, strong organizational and time‑management skills; meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent multitasking and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, meeting sensitive deadlines.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply instructions, rules, and procedures appropriately.
• Works independently within a team.
• Professional, positive attitude promoting a good team environment.
• Dependable, self‑driven with initiative.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive, confidential information.
• Very comfortable with technology. Proficient in MS Office/Outlook, Word, Excel and Internet Explorer.

Because you’ll work with a team of experienced professionals, dedicated to providing service excellence to all parties involved in the dispute‑resolution process. The work you do matters – our employees make the difference! We work for everyone's success, including yours.

Forthright is a Veteran Friendly Employer.