Law Clerk (Civil Division)

Company: City of Akron
Location: Akron
Posted on: January 13, 2022

Job Description:

Definition This is entrance level aid work in municipal law. An employee in this class assists a professional legal staff by writing briefs and performing legal research. Works under the direction of an Assistant Director of Law. Characteristic Work Prepares legal arguments including established precedents in cases involving the City of Akron. Does legal research and prepares legal briefs. Locates and interviews witnesses. Files required legal documents with the governmental agency involved in the court action. Obtains necessary documents from involved agency as required for proper, adequate court action. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Currently enrolled in an accredited law school. Knowledge of interrelationships of government agencies. Ability to present concise logical arguments orally and in writing. Competitive Examination Process Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment. NOTE: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING YOUR APPLICATION STATUS THROUGHOUT THE STEPS IN THE SELECTION PROCESS BY VIEWING YOUR GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM ACCOUNT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNABLE TO CHECK YOUR STATUS ON LINE, YOU MAY CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-375-2720. Email correspondence generated from our system will be sent from infogovernmentjobs.com. To ensure you receive important communication from our office, be sure to make this address a safe sender. The City of Akron is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services. Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation. 06022021

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