Law Clerk
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Law/Legal
Legal Counsel, Legal Assistant, Lawyer, Legal Secretary
Job Details
Final date to receive applications: 2/6/2026 (7:00PM EST)
Req
Position:
Law Clerk
Pay Grade: 14
Salary: $3,600.84 - $5,401.34 Monthly
Employment Type:
Executive Branch | Full Time | Eligible for Overtime Pay | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency:
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Public Advocacy
Location:
312 Samson Street, Glasgow, KY 42141 USA
The Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy (DPA) is nationally recognized as a model statewide public defender system with an exceptional training and education program. Our defense teams ensure the criminal justice process is fair, results are just, and individual liberties are protected.
We are hiring a Law Clerk to assist the criminal defense team in the Glasgow Trial Office.
The ideal candidate has completed a JD from an ABA accredited law school and plans to take the next available bar exam or has recently received a license to practice law. The candidate exhibits exceptional planning and organizational skills, is self‑directed, and is comfortable working with a defense team that includes attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing workers, and office administrative staff. We seek to hire persons who understand it is a privilege to represent our clients and we do so on behalf of the people of Kentucky.
Responsibilities- Assist attorneys representing defendants by providing support such as legal research and writing.
- Interview clients and perform other duties as required.
- Perform duties primarily in office and courtroom settings.
- Travel may be required.
Education: Completion of twenty‑four semester hours at an ABA accredited law school.
Experience, Training, or
Skills:
None.
Substitute Education for
Experience:
None.
Substitute Experience for
Education:
None.
Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, etc.): None.
Working ConditionsIncumbents primarily work in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required.
Probationary PeriodThis job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 12 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Lauren Bieger ger or 833‑254‑2467.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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