Law Clerk- Belleville, IL - Cordell & Cordell
Belleville, IL
About the Job
Our excellent family law attorneys and professionals are the reason Cordell & Cordell has a 91% client satisfaction rating. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best individuals for our growing environment.
We value the talents of our employees and encourage growth and team building. To bridge the talents and innovation of our employees we provide performance-based rewards and incentives that help foster a sense of ownership, trust and respect among our employees.
At Cordell & Cordell, we provide competitive compensation and excellent health care benefits that we believe are essential to attracting and retaining the most qualified people.
Are you a law student seeking an exciting opportunity in a practice field you can be passionate about?
Our Law Clerk position is the perfect fit if you're looking for a chance to gain experience in the diverse world of family law. This role allows students to grow their skillset and develop their professional experience alongside a team of seasoned family law attorneys and staff.
Company Overview
Cordell & Cordell is a national domestic litigation firm specializing in Divorces for men and all other family law practice areas. Founded in 1990, we have since grown to over 100 offices across the United States.
Job Highlight
Cordell & Cordell offers an environment where you feel supported and appreciated at every corner. We value our employees and strive to give you the best work-life balance in a team-based environment. This is the perfect chance to assist in all stages of litigation and gain experience in a unique practice field.
Job Description:
Your role in our mission includes the following responsibilities:
Drafting and analyzing legal documents.
Communicating with clients.
Attending court with experienced family law attorneys.
Assisting in trial preparation.
Conducting legal research.
Working closely with assigned Litigation or Practice Manager to ensure continued quality and growth.
Meet weekly with a Litigation Partner to develop a base knowledge on how to work on a family law case.
$31.25/hr.
Qualification Requirements:
A bachelor's degree and be a 2nd or 3rd year student in a Juris Doctorate program at an accredited college or university.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Ability to demonstrate excellence in customer service.
Family Law Clinic and/or Mock Trial experience preferred but not required.
GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Additional Info requested:
Cover Letter- Please advise as to which office you are interested in and mention an interest in Family Law
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Summer 2025 Office Locations
Please Apply under the Interns tab at: https://cordellcordell.com/about/careers/current-openings/
Philadelphia, PA
Cincinnati, OH
Richmond, VA
Virginia Beach, VA
Falls Church, VA
Independence, MO
Belleville/Edwardsville, IL
Tampa, FL
Please Apply under the Interns tab at: https://cordellcordell.com/about/careers/current-openings/
Compensation considers total years of practice in law and complexity of family law experience. Incentives may also be included in total compensation.
