Assist judges in court or by conducting research or preparing legal documents.
SOC: 23-1012.00
Common Job Titles
Judicial Assistant
Judicial Clerk
Judicial Law Clerk
Law Clerk
What You'll Need to Succeed
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Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
KnowledgeSynthesize complex legal research findings into judicial opinions, memoranda, and orders under tight deadlines while maintaining judicial standards of clarity and precision.
Advanced
KnowledgeFormulate draft judicial opinions and bench memoranda addressing complex constitutional, statutory, and common law issues under judicial supervision.
Advanced
KnowledgeAnalyze legal precedents, statutes, and case law using legal research databases such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to support judicial decision-making.
Proficient
KnowledgeEvaluate legal arguments and evidentiary materials for compliance with procedural and substantive standards independently within appellate and trial court settings.
Proficient
KnowledgeInterpret constitutional provisions, regulatory frameworks, and legislative intent to advise judges on novel or ambiguous legal questions.
Proficient
KnowledgeCompare conflicting case law and legal theories across jurisdictions to identify persuasive authority and recommend coherent legal reasoning.
Proficient
KnowledgeApply legal reasoning and analytical frameworks to evaluate motions, briefs, and discovery materials in support of judicial review.
Proficient
MindsetIntegrate principles of judicial ethics and impartiality with case analysis when managing confidential and sensitive legal matters.
Proficient
KnowledgeOrganize case research, document management, and analytical workflows using legal docket management systems and case tracking software to prioritize competing judicial demands.
Proficient
MindsetEngage collaboratively with judges and court personnel to facilitate efficient court operations and maintain professional relationships.
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Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Judicial Law Clerks (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
13,220
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $42,000. 25th percentile: U.S. $49,840. 50th percentile: U.S. $60,400. 75th percentile: U.S. $78,060. 90th percentile: U.S. $113,150. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$42,000
10% of workers earn the following or more
$113,150
Workers on average earn
$69,850
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Law and Government4.9/5
English Language4.5/5
Administrative3.5/5
Computers and Electronics2.9/5
Public Safety and Security2.7/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
