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Job Title Law Clerk I (13050)
Application Instructions The first review of applications will be November 12th, 2025. This position will be posted until filled. Please submit the following required documents on the State of Montana Careers website:
Resume – include dates of employment and supervisor’s name/phone number for each position.
Cover Letter
Three Professional References
Writing Sample
Applications with missing required documents will not be reviewed in the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Background and Probation New employees will serve a one-year probationary period. Successful applicants will be subject to a criminal background check.
Travel and Work Hours Travel may be required and working hours may include evenings and weekends.
Benefits Of Working For The Judicial Branch
Work/life balance
Family friendly policies
Dedicated and caring colleagues
Health coverage
Retirement plans
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays (up to 38 days per year)
Opportunities for professional growth
Public Service Loan Forgiveness under the PSLF program
Job Overview
Law clerk serving more than two years may be moved to senior law clerk status.
Professional legal work performed for the Honorable Judge Cunningham of the 13th Judicial District in Billings, Montana. Position start date is January 2nd, 2026.
Work involves professional legal research and other related clerical/administrative work in the preparation of memoranda, opinions, or orders for a judge concerning the cases before him/her. Work is performed under general supervision of a judge and reviewed through conferences and written reports.
Reviews, studies, research, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities.
Prepares briefs, legal memoranda, statements of issues, draft opinions and orders with appropriate suggestions or recommendations.
Compiles references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinations.
Confers with judge concerning legal questions, legal theories, construction of documents, and preparation of orders.
Attends court sessions to hear testimony and record case information; maintains court records; assists judge in jury instruction preparation.
May perform courtroom duties including recording testimony or arguments and providing bailiff services.
May transcribe the record of court proceedings.
May maintain a law library collection.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of general law, state law, precedent, and legal reference sources.
Knowledge of trial court practices, rules, and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with diverse groups.
Ability to research complex legal problems and apply legal principles.
Ability to represent the court respectfully.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to transcribe audio tapes if required.
Skill with word processing and legal research software.
Skill in operating electronic recording equipment for trial proceedings.
Minimum Qualifications
A Juris Doctorate is required.
Legal research experience.
Excellent writing skills.
Salary and Benefits Hourly: $30.14
Benefits Package: Health insurance, paid leave & holidays, retirement plan.
Other Employment Information
Number of Openings: 1
Employment Status: Regular Schedule
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 5% of the time
Primary Location: Billings
Agency: Judicial Branch
Contact Contact Name: Mandi Edlin
Email: mandi.edlin@mt.gov
Phone: 406‑841‑2965
EEO Statement State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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Job Title Law Clerk I (13050)
Application Instructions The first review of applications will be November 12th, 2025. This position will be posted until filled. Please submit the following required documents on the State of Montana Careers website:
Resume – include dates of employment and supervisor’s name/phone number for each position.
Cover Letter
Three Professional References
Writing Sample
Applications with missing required documents will not be reviewed in the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Background and Probation New employees will serve a one-year probationary period. Successful applicants will be subject to a criminal background check.
Travel and Work Hours Travel may be required and working hours may include evenings and weekends.
Benefits Of Working For The Judicial Branch
Work/life balance
Family friendly policies
Dedicated and caring colleagues
Health coverage
Retirement plans
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays (up to 38 days per year)
Opportunities for professional growth
Public Service Loan Forgiveness under the PSLF program
Job Overview
Law clerk serving more than two years may be moved to senior law clerk status.
Professional legal work performed for the Honorable Judge Cunningham of the 13th Judicial District in Billings, Montana. Position start date is January 2nd, 2026.
Work involves professional legal research and other related clerical/administrative work in the preparation of memoranda, opinions, or orders for a judge concerning the cases before him/her. Work is performed under general supervision of a judge and reviewed through conferences and written reports.
Reviews, studies, research, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities.
Prepares briefs, legal memoranda, statements of issues, draft opinions and orders with appropriate suggestions or recommendations.
Compiles references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinations.
Confers with judge concerning legal questions, legal theories, construction of documents, and preparation of orders.
Attends court sessions to hear testimony and record case information; maintains court records; assists judge in jury instruction preparation.
May perform courtroom duties including recording testimony or arguments and providing bailiff services.
May transcribe the record of court proceedings.
May maintain a law library collection.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of general law, state law, precedent, and legal reference sources.
Knowledge of trial court practices, rules, and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with diverse groups.
Ability to research complex legal problems and apply legal principles.
Ability to represent the court respectfully.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to transcribe audio tapes if required.
Skill with word processing and legal research software.
Skill in operating electronic recording equipment for trial proceedings.
Minimum Qualifications
A Juris Doctorate is required.
Legal research experience.
Excellent writing skills.
Salary and Benefits Hourly: $30.14
Benefits Package: Health insurance, paid leave & holidays, retirement plan.
Other Employment Information
Number of Openings: 1
Employment Status: Regular Schedule
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 5% of the time
Primary Location: Billings
Agency: Judicial Branch
Contact Contact Name: Mandi Edlin
Email: mandi.edlin@mt.gov
Phone: 406‑841‑2965
EEO Statement State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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