Appellate Court Law Clerk

Justice Raylene Grischow is seeking a Law Clerk to perform legal research, analysis, and writing, and to review and assist in the drafting of judicial opinions, orders, and other legal documents.Job Functions include:Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda of law providing legal and procedural advice on a variety of issues before the Court.Assist in drafting opinions, orders, and other memoranda.Edit and cite check final draft orders, opinions, dissents, or special concurrencesAdvise the Justice on research of court rules and points of law on pending legal cases.Research law regarding issues addressed by parties or the court.Assist the Justice in preparation for an educational conference or speaking engagements.Study current legal publications, recent opinions of the Illinois Supreme and Appellate Courts, and other relevant state and federal cases; stay apprised of recent legislation.Assist the Justice in her committee work.Perform daily office tasks and other duties as assigned.