Law Clerk - Legal Research
About The Position
Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day. Miwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community. Miwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936. For submitted application inquiries please contact careers@milwaukeecountywi.gov. Please note: an online application must be submitted for consideration. We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County! Law Clerk – Combined Courts Hourly Salary Range: $25.37 - $38.03 The Law Clerk opportunity is a full-time Milwaukee County benefitted position Closing Date: March 24, 2026, or upon receipt of the first 50 application submissions received Job Summary: The Law Clerk provides legal research and drafts legal memoranda, orders and decisions for circuit court judges. The major objective is to ensure that circuit court judges issue rulings, orders and decisions efficiently and effectively.
Requirements
- Current Wisconsin resident
- Professional Law degree
- NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.
- APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION
Responsibilities
- Perform legal research and draft legal memoranda, orders and decisions for circuit court judges to review and sign.
- Assist the circuit court judges by acting as bailiff. Bring up juries and monitor jury deliberations.
- Perform similar tasks on an as-needed basis.
Benefits
- Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
