Assist lawyers or judges by researching or preparing legal documents. May meet with clients or assist lawyers and judges in court.

Other names for Law Clerks: Attorney Law Clerk, Chancery Clerk, Clerk to Justice, Closing Agent, Federal Law Clerk, Judicial Clerk, Judicial Law Clerk, Law Clerk, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk, Paralegal, Principal Law Clerk, Research Attorney, Staff Attorney, Summer Law Associate,

• Search for and study legal documents to investigate facts and law of cases, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
• Prepare affidavits of documents and maintain document files and case correspondence.
• Research and analyze law sources to prepare drafts of briefs or arguments for review, approval, and use by attorney.
• Review and file pleadings, petitions and other documents relevant to court actions.
• Prepare real estate closing statements and assist in closing process.
• Deliver or direct delivery of subpoenas to witnesses and parties to action.
• Serve copies of pleas to opposing counsel.
• Arrange transportation and accommodation for witnesses and jurors, if required.
• Communicate and arbitrate disputes between parties.
• Appraise and inventory real and personal property for estate planning.
• Store, catalog, and maintain currency of legal volumes.