Judicial Law Clerks
Assist judges in court or by conducting research or preparing legal documents.
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Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
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How AI Impacts Each Task
19 tasks analyzed
Research laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, or other information related to cases before the court.
Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, or statements of issues involved in cases, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations.
Confer with judges concerning legal questions, construction of documents, or granting of orders.
Draft or proofread judicial opinions, decisions, or citations.
Review complaints, petitions, motions, or pleadings that have been filed to determine issues involved or basis for relief.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, or other information related to cases before the court. | - | - | 18% |
| Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, or statements of issues involved in cases, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations. | - | - | 15% |
| Confer with judges concerning legal questions, construction of documents, or granting of orders. | - | - | 10% |
| Draft or proofread judicial opinions, decisions, or citations. | - | - | 15% |
| Review complaints, petitions, motions, or pleadings that have been filed to determine issues involved or basis for relief. | - | - | 10% |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$60,400
per year
Mean Wage
$69,850
per year
Employment
13K
workers
Wage Range
$42,000 - $113,150
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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