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Law Clerk (D3) 145038

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Law Clerk (D3) 145038

Salary

$62,088.00 Annually

Location

Spirit Lake - 51360 - Dickinson County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-01875

Agency

444 Judicial

Opening Date

01/16/2026

Closing Date

2/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

#LI-DNP

Point of Contact

peggy.frericks@iowacourts.gov

To Apply

Candidates need to complete the NEOGOV application and attach a cover letter and resume. Final applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer. To apply, click To Apply button, complete the application and attached PDF versions of your cover letter and resume.

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Job Description

The Third Judicial District has an opening for a Law Clerk 1

The Law Clerk position is a great opportunity for law school graduates seeking to gain practical, hands-on experience, applying your knowledge to assist with cases being investigated and litigated by the State of Iowa courts. This opportunity will also enhance your knowledge and understanding of the litigation life cycle as you assist with the public, judges, attorneys, and government officials in a variety of situations and circumstances,

The starting salary for a Law Clerk 1 is $62,088.00

Hours:Monday - Friday 8:00A - 4:30P

To Apply: Candidates will need to submit a NEOGOV application, cover letter, resume, and a writing sample. All applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer. To view a copy of the branches utilization report, please visit, click on the careers page.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Employees in this class perform research and administrative functions for judges of the district court. To be successful in this position you will need to have the following:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Knowledge of substantive and procedural law

• Demonstrates ability to utilize law library resources and working knowledge of research tools

• The ability to formulate and express complex technical and legal subjects clearly

• Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service

• Critical thinking skills

• The ability to maintain confidentiality

• Detailed oriented

This is intended to be a one-year clerkship opportunity. Depending on funding, availability, and performance, this clerkship may be extended up to an additional year.

What's in it for YOU:

• Collaborative, positive work environment

• Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn

• Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities

• Excellent benefits package

• Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave

• Iowa Public Employees' retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan

• Employee discount program

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from an accredited law school is required.

Additional Qualification Requirements

High standard of academic excellence and considerable experience in legal research and writing are desirable.

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq?

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Please explain any gaps in your employment history?

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What is your minimum salary requirement?

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Iowa Judicial Branch Employees ONLY: Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certification?

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

444 Judicial

Address

Iowa Judicial Branch Building

1111 E Court Ave

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

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