Law Clerk - PT

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$25.00/hr – $29.00/hr

Jumpstart Your Legal Career at GURSTEL LAW FIRM, P.C.!

Are you a motivated and detail‑oriented law student looking to gain invaluable, hands‑on litigation experience?

Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. is seeking a dedicated Law Clerk to join our dynamic and fast‑paced Commercial Litigation team. This is an exceptional opportunity to apply your legal knowledge, sharpen your skills, and work alongside experienced attorneys in a multi‑state firm committed to achieving results the right way.

As a Law Clerk
, you will research substantive issues of federal and state law, draft legal memoranda and pleadings, and attend court proceedings with attorneys. In addition, you will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

• Assist with all legal research, draft research memorandums for attorney review
• Document account/file activity in accordance with the Firm and client policies into the Firm’s system of record
• Draft correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, and the court
• Draft and generate motions and pleadings for state and federal court matters, including complaints, replies to counterclaims, discovery requests and responses, motions for summary judgment, motions for default, etc. for attorney review
• Monitor litigation files to final adjudication
• Draft settlement agreements, stipulations, and confessions of judgment
• Review contracts for relevant provisions and assist attorneys in recommendations for legal action
• Assist with trial preparation, depositions, mediation and arbitration
• Attend and observe court hearings with attorneys as available to see process
• File documents with the courts via traditional and electronic filing methods, as applicable
• Communicate with clients, as needed, regarding contested litigation matters
• Perform general clerical duties as needed
• Maintain a courteous, professional, and cooperative attitude
• Demonstrate the Firm’s Core Values
• All other duties as assigned

• Current law school student (2nd or 3rd year preferred) or graduate
• Classes taken in civil procedure, business corporate law, contracts and corporate law preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in legal studies, especially civil litigation, contracts and writing courses
• Westlaw and/or Lexis experience preferred
• Background in collection law is helpful
• Basic knowledge of the civil legal process
• Verbal and written communication skills a must
• Quick learner with good problem‑solving skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple projects at once, prioritize deadlines and commitments
• Strong customer service skills
• Self‑starter and motivated
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to work with others in other office locations and jurisdictions
• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, lift or carry up to 20 pounds
• Dependable work ethic and commitment to providing quality service
• Typing and keyboarding experience with 50+ WPM required
• Collection Law knowledge is helpful

• Accountability 20%
• Communication Skills 20%
• Compliance and Discipline 20%
• Problem Solving & Decision Making 20%
• Ethical/Integrity 20%

This position requires up to 0‑5% travel. Travel excludes local commute.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Long‑Term Care, Pet Insurance, 401k, Profit Sharing, and Student Debt Retirement Savings Program, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

We are looking for individuals who share our Core Values:
Do Right, Achieve Results, and Maintain Integrity.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you are based in California, you can read information for California residents linked here.