Law Clerk- 3L
Cummins Goodman Denley & Vickers P.C., Newberg, OR, United States
The Law Clerk supports the Firm by delivering high-quality legal work, ensuring strict adherence to deadlines, and facilitating efficient case progression. The Law Clerk assists in representing clients across workers' compensation, employment law, business disputes, and insurance/OSHA defense. This is a non-exempt and hourly position.
Responsibilities and Duties
Document Drafting & Preparation
Drafting and modifying standard form pleadings, template documents, and general releases.
Preparing initial discovery requests, including standard interrogatories and requests for production.
Creating stipulations such as protective orders, settlements, and dismissals.
Developing standard civil motions, such as motions to compel, motions to dismiss, discovery related motions, and motions to extend deadlines.
Authoring, evaluating, and Negotiatingsettlement demands in employment, workers’ compensation, and insurance defense matters.
Case Management & Litigation Support
Compiling comprehensive trial notebooks and preparing exhibits for motions and depositions.
Summarizing medical, employment, and payroll records along with deposition transcripts.
Developing case timelines and chronologies to assist with litigation strategy.
Drafting and managing record requests and performing all necessary follow-up with providers.
Monitoring court dockets and searching for online pleadings to ensure up-to-date case files.
Attending and observing discovery and perpetuation depositions, administrative hearings, and civil trials.
Conducting legal, non-legal, and medical research to support case development.
Performing routine investigative research, including social media and background searches.
Executing cite-checking to ensure the validity of legal authorities.
Creating demonstrative exhibits for use in legal proceedings.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related field; OR
Current enrollment in a Juris Doctorate (JD) program; OR
Two years of professional experience in a legal environment.
Core Competencies
Strong academic credentials and a high level of professional integrity.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Advanced analytical skills with a focus on critical thinking and attention to detail.
Proficiency in research abilities across legal and non-legal databases.
Self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Preferred Skills
Familiarity with legal terminology and workers’ compensation statutes and rules in Oregon or Washington.
Experience with multiple software platforms including legal databases, Microsoft products (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.), and billing/litigation software.
Normal office environment requiring routine operation of standard office equipment (computers, keyboard, telephone, copiers, fax and scanner).
Essential Functions
Ability to perform sedentary work that involves walking, sitting, and standing for long periods of time.
Normal visual acuity, hearing, speaking, and the ability to understand and speak the English language.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
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Responsibilities and Duties
Document Drafting & Preparation
Drafting and modifying standard form pleadings, template documents, and general releases.
Preparing initial discovery requests, including standard interrogatories and requests for production.
Creating stipulations such as protective orders, settlements, and dismissals.
Developing standard civil motions, such as motions to compel, motions to dismiss, discovery related motions, and motions to extend deadlines.
Authoring, evaluating, and Negotiatingsettlement demands in employment, workers’ compensation, and insurance defense matters.
Case Management & Litigation Support
Compiling comprehensive trial notebooks and preparing exhibits for motions and depositions.
Summarizing medical, employment, and payroll records along with deposition transcripts.
Developing case timelines and chronologies to assist with litigation strategy.
Drafting and managing record requests and performing all necessary follow-up with providers.
Monitoring court dockets and searching for online pleadings to ensure up-to-date case files.
Attending and observing discovery and perpetuation depositions, administrative hearings, and civil trials.
Conducting legal, non-legal, and medical research to support case development.
Performing routine investigative research, including social media and background searches.
Executing cite-checking to ensure the validity of legal authorities.
Creating demonstrative exhibits for use in legal proceedings.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related field; OR
Current enrollment in a Juris Doctorate (JD) program; OR
Two years of professional experience in a legal environment.
Core Competencies
Strong academic credentials and a high level of professional integrity.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Advanced analytical skills with a focus on critical thinking and attention to detail.
Proficiency in research abilities across legal and non-legal databases.
Self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Preferred Skills
Familiarity with legal terminology and workers’ compensation statutes and rules in Oregon or Washington.
Experience with multiple software platforms including legal databases, Microsoft products (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.), and billing/litigation software.
Normal office environment requiring routine operation of standard office equipment (computers, keyboard, telephone, copiers, fax and scanner).
Essential Functions
Ability to perform sedentary work that involves walking, sitting, and standing for long periods of time.
Normal visual acuity, hearing, speaking, and the ability to understand and speak the English language.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
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