Description:
California Accident Firm is a premier personal injury law firm committed to fighting for the rights of individuals injured due to motor vehicle accidents, premise liability and more.We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Law Clerk to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a 2L or 3L law student to gain practical, hands-on experience in personal injury law while assisting with discovery in high-stakes cases. This position is based in our office and is not remote.
Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys in drafting and preparing discovery documents, including interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and requests for admissions.
- Review and analyze discovery responses from opposing parties.
- Conduct legal research on pertinent case law and statutes to support ongoing cases.
- Draft initial pleading documents.
- Aid in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing witness files, and other trial support tasks.
- Organize, maintain, and update case files and legal documents.
- Draft, Edit And Finalize motions, oppositions, replies, declarations, and related legal pleadings.
- Perform legal research and cite-check authorities to support motion practice.
- Ensure all filings comply with court rules, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
- Provide general administrative support to attorneys and the legal team as needed.
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in law school (2L or 3L students).
- Strong interest in personal injury law and a passion for helping individuals navigate the legal process.
- Excellent legal research and writing skills.
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Prior experience with discovery in personal injury cases is a plus, but not required.