Law Clerk – Legal Research

Job Description

Law Clerk – Intern | Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

The Tone:
This is a part-time internship at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, located in Topeka, KS. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is a trusted health insurance company committed to improving the health and well-being of Kansans. This role supports the in-house legal team by conducting research and assisting with various legal matters, contributing to the company’s long-standing dedication to its community. Your work will directly support the legal operations of a company with over 80 years of service.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time (15-20 hours a week)
• Location: In-person, Topeka, KS
• Pay: $23.58 – $29.40 hourly
• Team: Works within the legal department, collaborating with in-house attorneys.
• Mission: Assist in-house attorneys by conducting research on a wide variety of legal issues and supporting special projects.
• Tech Stack: Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, Microsoft Office suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Research: Conduct legal and regulatory research across areas such as health and life insurance law, employment law, administrative law, contractual matters, and current litigation.
• Summarize: Prepare factual summaries of complex legal matters for review by in-house attorneys.
• Participate: Attend meetings with in-house counsel to develop a broad understanding of company operations and legal contexts.
• Present: Assist in-house attorneys with presentations on various regulatory and legal matters.
• Uphold: Maintain confidentiality of client information and adhere to the ethical standards of the legal profession.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Enrollment in an accredited law school program with a strong academic record, complemented by a high school diploma or equivalent. Candidates should possess the ability to critically read and interpret legal documents, statutes, and regulations.
• Experience: No specific prior law clerk experience is required for this role.
• Skills: Proficient in utilizing legal research tools such as Westlaw and Lexis Nexis, skilled in using Microsoft Office suite, able to effectively use logic and reasoning to identify solutions, and skilled in clear written and oral communication.
• Bonus: Prior law clerk experience is preferred.