Description:

Description:
Strategic Legal Practices is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Law Clerk to join our litigation team. This role is specifically designed for recent law school graduates who have passed the California Bar. Whether you passed last cycle or are awaiting your swear-in, we want to hear from you. This is a hands-on opportunity to develop real litigation skills alongside experienced attorneys at one of California's largest consumer protection firms, with a clear path toward attorney-level responsibilities.

Our Commitment to You
We are invested in your growth as a litigator. From day one, you will work directly alongside our attorneys on real cases — drafting pleadings, attending hearings, and supporting depositions and trials. As you develop, you will have the opportunity to appear in court, take and defend depositions, and try cases. Our compensation is generous and includes a structured trial bonus. We are committed to making this the best place to launch your legal career.

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Conduct initial case assessments and factual investigations
Draft legal documents including complaints, declarations, discovery requests and responses, and other pleadings
Gather and analyze statutes, case law, legal articles, court opinions, and other relevant data
Investigate facts and search public records and other resources
Assemble case materials by collecting, organizing, and summarizing documents, reports, and evidence
Assist with preparation, filing, and service of pleadings in State and Federal Courts, including e-filing
Format and finalize legal documents as directed
Create Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities
Assist in deposition and trial preparation
Prepare trial briefs, exhibits, subpoenas, evidence summaries, and motions
Provide support before and during court proceedings
Calendar and track all case deadlines
Organize and maintain client files
Communicate professionally with clients, court clerks, and opposing counsel
Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain the highest ethical standards at all times
Perform other legal, administrative, and special projects as assigned

Requirements:
Qualifications:

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
Passed the California Bar (recently admitted or pending swear-in welcome)
Strong analytical, writing, and research skills developed through law school
Familiarity with civil litigation procedures, court rules, and deadlines in state and federal courts (coursework or clinic experience counts)
Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines simultaneously with strong attention to detail
High degree of self-accountability and ownership of assignments
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with clients, attorneys, court clerks, and opposing counsel
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with document management or time-tracking software is a plus

Preferred (Not Required)

Prior experience at a litigation law firm (internship, law clerk, or paralegal role)
Exposure to Lemon Law, consumer protection, or civil litigation matters
Experience with state and federal court e-filing systems
Familiarity with case management or time-tracking software

Compensation:
80-90k DOE

120-140k after receiving a Bar Number and being sworn in