Summer 2027 Law Clerk - CL
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PJI Law
VA
Summary
The law clerk will support civil litigation attorneys by organizing case files and conducting legal research. Responsibilities include drafting memoranda, motions, and briefs under attorney supervision.
Job Description
PJI Law, a boutique, busy, and fast-growing law firm in Fairfax, Virginia, is offering an enriching, in-office Externship. This role presents both challenging and rewarding experiences for law students seeking to sharpen their legal skills. As a law clerk, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our civil litigation attorneys. If you're a law student eager to apply your classroom knowledge in a practical, real-world legal environment, this externship is for you.
Your duties as Law Clerk would include:
- Assist in organizing and managing extensive case files related to civil litigation.
- Draft legal documents, including memoranda, motions, and briefs under the supervision of an attorney.
- Conduct legal research using various resources to support case preparation and strategy.
- Work closely with attorneys and legal support team members on civil litigation cases.
Requirements:
- Enrollment as a 2L or higher in an accredited law school.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent research and writing abilities.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and legal research software.
- Minimum hours required: 120 hours
Benefits:
- $25.00 per hour.
- Work-from-home Mondays.
- Fun and growth-driven team events.
- Access to educational resources.
- Complimentary snacks and beverages.
- Free and convenient parking.
- A beautiful, new, and clean work environment.
To apply, please follow the instructions below. We will discard, without review, any applications that are not compliant with these instructions:
1. Please attach your resume in PDF format.
2. Along with your application, submit a writing sample showcasing your legal research and writing capabilities.
Thank you for taking the time to read this listing, and if you believe you would be a good fit for the position, we look forward to hearing from you!
Founded in Virginia, PJI Law, PLC is built on a simple belief: behind every legal matter is a personal story. We provide thoughtful, high-quality legal services with a focus on understanding our clients as people first—because the issues you bring to us aren’t just legal, they’re deeply personal.
We guide individuals, families, and businesses through life’s most challenging moments and important opportunities with clarity, care, and confidence. Whether you’re planning for your family’s future, navigating the loss or incapacitation of a loved one, resolving a dispute over money or property, or managing legal concerns as a business owner, our goal is the same: to shoulder the legal burden so you don’t have to.
At PJI Law, you’ll find a trusted partner committed to protecting what matters most—so you can move forward with peace of mind and focus on what comes next.
Founded
2010
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Law Practice
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Fairfax, Virginia
Founded in Virginia, PJI Law, PLC is built on a simple belief: behind every legal matter is a personal story. We provide thoughtful, high-quality legal services with a focus on understanding our clients as people first—because the issues you bring to us aren’t just legal, they’re deeply personal.
We guide individuals, families, and businesses through life’s most challenging moments and important opportunities with clarity, care, and confidence. Whether you’re planning for your family’s future, navigating the loss or incapacitation of a loved one, resolving a dispute over money or property, or managing legal concerns as a business owner, our goal is the same: to shoulder the legal burden so you don’t have to.
At PJI Law, you’ll find a trusted partner committed to protecting what matters most—so you can move forward with peace of mind and focus on what comes next.
Founded
2010
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Law Practice
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Fairfax, Virginia