Law Clerk

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited law school in pursuit of a Juris Doctor degree. Regular attendance is an essential job function. Candidates must be able to work 15-20 hours per week.

Preferred Qualifications: Be a self-starter who can manage assignments independently while working collaboratively with attorneys and staff Communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing Interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization Communicate professionally with legislative personnel, courthouse staff, and judicial staff Demonstrate an ability to learn and apply the laws governing public retirement systems, particularly those applicable to LASERS Have a working knowledge of Louisiana community-property law Be proficient with standard computer applications and legal-research tools Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment when handling confidential or sensitive matters Essential Duties Conducting legal research and preparing memoranda Assisting with the preparation of legal pleadings and other legal documents Assisting with the drafting, revision, and promulgation of state rules and regulations Confirming the issuance and status of legal documents through various courts Performing additional legal and administrative assignments as needed Verification of enrollment from the University will be required upon hire. Students do not need to be registered during the summer sessions to be qualified for student status. For further information about this vacancy, contact: Andrea H. Rogers P.O. Box 44213 Baton Rouge, LA 70804-4213 lasershr@lasersonline.org