JUDICIAL CLERKSHIP- SUPERIOR COURT
State of New Hampshire, Manchester, NH, United States
State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Judicial Branch
Superior Court
Judicial Clerkship Position
Multiple vacancies are available.
Term and Compensation Two-Year Term: August 20, 2027, through August 16, 2029
First Year Salary: $62,810.80
Second Year Salary: $65,948.00
Application Period Applications accepted through June 20, 2026.
First and second round interviews will be held July 8 & 24, 2026.
Position Overview The State of New Hampshire, Judicial Branch, Superior Court has multiple full-time vacancies for Judicial Clerkships. The primary assignments are at courthouses located in Manchester, Brentwood, Concord, Keene, Dover, Laconia, and Haverhill, NH. In addition, you may travel to provide extra coverage and to assist in Lancaster, Newport, and Ossipee, as needed.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited American law school by August 2027. Excellent writing and research skills.
Admission to the New Hampshire state bar preferred, or eligibility for admission within a specified period.
Strong academic credentials, including demonstrated excellence in legal writing and research.
Prior judicial or appellate internship, law review, moot court, or comparable experience preferred.
Successful completion of a background check, including criminal records and motor vehicle checks.
Responsibilities
Conduct legal research on civil, criminal, and other matters pending before the Superior Court.
Review pleadings, motions, exhibits, affidavits, and supporting documentation.
Draft legal memoranda summarizing facts, issues, applicable law, and recommendations for judicial consideration.
Assist in the preparation of draft orders and rulings for review by the assigned judge.
Analyze statutes, regulations, case law, court rules, and procedural requirements.
Assist judges during hearings, trials, and conferences by researching issues that arise during proceedings.
Verify legal citations and references for accuracy.
Track pending legal issues and deadlines to support efficient case flow management.
Confere with judges and court personnel regarding case-related legal issues and procedural matters.
Maintain strict confidentiality of case materials, judicial deliberations, and sensitive information.
Knowledge & Abilities Knowledgeable in:
Statutory and constitutional laws of New Hampshire
Judicial procedures and rules of evidence
Appellate procedure in New Hampshire and other jurisdictions
Federal constitutional law
Abilities:
Research and prepare legal memoranda and draft orders.
Establish and maintain effective working relations with judges, court clerks, and other members of the legal profession.
Recognize and maintain confidentiality required of law clerks.
Abide by the ethical code of conduct applicable to law clerks.
Travel as necessary for trainings and to assist judges at superior courts across New Hampshire.
Disclaimer Statement:
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Contact Information Nikki Warriner, Law Clerk Coordinator, nwarriner@courts.state.nh.us.
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
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Term and Compensation Two-Year Term: August 20, 2027, through August 16, 2029
First Year Salary: $62,810.80
Second Year Salary: $65,948.00
Application Period Applications accepted through June 20, 2026.
First and second round interviews will be held July 8 & 24, 2026.
Position Overview The State of New Hampshire, Judicial Branch, Superior Court has multiple full-time vacancies for Judicial Clerkships. The primary assignments are at courthouses located in Manchester, Brentwood, Concord, Keene, Dover, Laconia, and Haverhill, NH. In addition, you may travel to provide extra coverage and to assist in Lancaster, Newport, and Ossipee, as needed.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited American law school by August 2027. Excellent writing and research skills.
Admission to the New Hampshire state bar preferred, or eligibility for admission within a specified period.
Strong academic credentials, including demonstrated excellence in legal writing and research.
Prior judicial or appellate internship, law review, moot court, or comparable experience preferred.
Successful completion of a background check, including criminal records and motor vehicle checks.
Responsibilities
Conduct legal research on civil, criminal, and other matters pending before the Superior Court.
Review pleadings, motions, exhibits, affidavits, and supporting documentation.
Draft legal memoranda summarizing facts, issues, applicable law, and recommendations for judicial consideration.
Assist in the preparation of draft orders and rulings for review by the assigned judge.
Analyze statutes, regulations, case law, court rules, and procedural requirements.
Assist judges during hearings, trials, and conferences by researching issues that arise during proceedings.
Verify legal citations and references for accuracy.
Track pending legal issues and deadlines to support efficient case flow management.
Confere with judges and court personnel regarding case-related legal issues and procedural matters.
Maintain strict confidentiality of case materials, judicial deliberations, and sensitive information.
Knowledge & Abilities Knowledgeable in:
Statutory and constitutional laws of New Hampshire
Judicial procedures and rules of evidence
Appellate procedure in New Hampshire and other jurisdictions
Federal constitutional law
Abilities:
Research and prepare legal memoranda and draft orders.
Establish and maintain effective working relations with judges, court clerks, and other members of the legal profession.
Recognize and maintain confidentiality required of law clerks.
Abide by the ethical code of conduct applicable to law clerks.
Travel as necessary for trainings and to assist judges at superior courts across New Hampshire.
Disclaimer Statement:
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Contact Information Nikki Warriner, Law Clerk Coordinator, nwarriner@courts.state.nh.us.
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
#J-18808-Ljbffr