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Lawyer Law Clerk- Circuit Court
City of Indianapolis
Marion County Circuit and Superior Courts
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204
Salary
From $75,000
per year
Type
Full-Time
More Legal jobs →Closes
April 29, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a law clerk who helps a judge in the Marion County Circuit Court by watching court hearings, researching legal topics, and writing memos and orders on assigned cases.
It may also involve creating rules for the court and working with small claims courts to develop policies.
A good fit would be someone who has just finished law school, enjoys detailed legal work, and can make smart decisions on their own.
Key Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Strong skills in legal research and analysis
- Ability to draft legal memoranda, orders, and court rules
- Experience or capability in observing and summarizing court hearings
- Proficiency in exercising independent judgment and sound decision-making
- Submission of resume, two writing samples, and law school transcripts
- Relevant legal experience preferred (salary based on experience)
Full Job Description
The Marion County Circuit Court has an opportunity for a Lawyer Law Clerk to assist the Circuit Court judge in a variety of legal matters.Requirements
The responsibilities of this position include the following: observing hearings, conducting legal research, and drafting memoranda and orders on Circuit Court matters assigned by the Judge. The Law Clerk may be called upon to draft local rules for the Marion County Circuit Court. The Law Clerk may also be called upon to work with the Marion County Small Claims Courts on drafting and posting local rules and developing uniform Small Claims Court policies.Qualifications
Viable candidates will possess a Juris Doctor degree. Salary is commensurate with experience.This is an exempt position with full benefit options available.
Interested candidates should email their resume with two writing samples AND a copy of their law school transcripts to Judge Amber Collins-Gebrehiwet at Amber.Collins@indy.gov. and Jacob Todd at jacob.todd@indy.gov by Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
Additional Information
Must be able to exercise independent judgment and sound decision-making.Check your resume before applying to catch common mistakes