Law Clerk – Workers’ Compensation Defense

Job Description

Law Clerk | Hooks Meng & Clement, PLLC.

The Tone:
This is an in-person role at Hooks Meng & Clement, PLLC., located in Carson City, NV. Hooks, Meng & Clement (HMC) is a growing legal firm deeply focused on Workers’ Compensation Insurance Defense, OSHA Employer Representation, and Industrial Insurance Litigation, serving employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators across Nevada. This Law Clerk position offers current law students and recent graduates a prime opportunity to gain comprehensive, hands-on litigation experience. The role is critical for supporting experienced attorneys on active legal matters, while fostering professional growth and development within a committed mentorship environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Carson City, NV
• Pay: $65000–$80000 yearly
• Mission: To provide essential legal support, research, and analysis to experienced attorneys, directly contributing to the successful representation of clients in workers’ compensation and industrial insurance defense matters.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Research: Conduct comprehensive legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law specific to Workers’ Compensation Insurance Defense, OSHA Employer Representation, and Industrial Insurance Litigation in Nevada, identifying key precedents and arguments.
• Drafting: Prepare and refine various legal documents including pleadings, motions, and other court filings, ensuring accuracy and professional presentation for litigation proceedings under attorney supervision.
• Analysis: Perform detailed case analysis by reviewing discovery materials, client documentation, and expert reports to identify critical facts, legal issues, and strategic advantages for employers and insurance carriers.
• Support: Provide direct and practical support to experienced attorneys on active litigation matters, encompassing tasks like organizing case files, summarizing depositions, and assisting with hearing preparations to ensure efficient case management.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Current enrollment in an accredited Juris Doctor (JD) program or recent graduation with a JD degree; positioned at an entry-level career stage. Candidates should possess a foundational understanding of legal principles and court procedures relevant to litigation.
• Experience: No specific prior professional experience is explicitly required, as this role is designed to provide hands-on litigation experience. However, any relevant experience gained through legal internships, clinics, or academic projects in litigation support or research is beneficial.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in legal research methodologies and tools; strong abilities in legal drafting and written communication; a solid capacity for critical case analysis; and effective organizational skills for attorney support within litigation environments.
• Bonus: A strong motivation to develop a successful legal career in insurance defense and litigation, coupled with an eagerness to engage in professional development and mentorship opportunities offered by the firm.