Law Clerk L Cohort ; L

Law Clerk 3L Cohort 2026 (3L Applicants Only)

Posted 5 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.

Base pay range: $89,485 – $94,477 per year.

This recruitment is intended only for current law school students within six months of graduation. All selected applicants will begin as part of a cohort, with the anticipated start date September 8, 2026. Priority consideration will be given to early applications.

Los Angeles Superior Court is the largest unified trial court in the United States. The Court has an annual budget of more than $1 billion and employs more than 4,800 full‑time staff. Competitive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a retirement pension savings plan, paid vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays.

• Conduct legal research and analyze motions.
• Prepare written recommendations and perform related duties as assigned.

Law clerks may be employed for a limited term of up to 30 months, with formal performance appraisals at the 12, 24, and 30 month anniversaries. Law clerks may not practice law, receive legal fees, or represent a party as counsel during employment. Outside employment must be approved in advance. Employment is “at will.”

• Current enrollment in a Juris Doctor program at an accredited law school, in good standing, and within six months of graduation.
• Proof of eligibility to take the California Bar Examination (if selected).

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to conduct legal research independently and apply the law to facts.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with judicial officers and others.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively and meet deadlines.

• Resume
• Three professional references
• Law school transcripts from all attended schools (unofficial transcripts accepted)
• Two writing samples demonstrating analytical ability

• Law school diploma or letter verifying degree conferred
• Updated law school transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted)
• Proof of eligibility to take the California Bar Examination

Please provide a current and accurate e‑mail address for the Court to communicate with you about this job opportunity.

Los Angeles Superior Court is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Questions regarding this posting may be emailed to Workforce Programs
.