Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Criminal Defense Law Clerk
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Firm: Elizabeth Hunter Law Firm
About Us:
Elizabeth Hunter Law Firm is a dedicated criminal defense practice serving clients throughout the state of Alabama, with a strong focus in Jefferson and Shelby Counties. Led by Attorney Jaimee Elizabeth Hunter, our firm is committed to aggressive advocacy combined with a compassionate, client-centered approach. We fight tirelessly to protect the rights of the accused and ensure fair treatment under the law.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research on Alabama criminal statutes, case law, rules of procedure, and evidentiary issues.
- Draft motions, memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents under attorney supervision.
- Assist in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, reviewing discovery, and preparing witness materials.
- Attend hearings, pleas, and trials to observe, take notes, and provide attorney support as permitted.
- Summarize police reports, witness interviews, and discovery materials.
- Maintain case files and ensure accurate documentation and filing of legal materials.
- Perform administrative tasks as needed to support case progression.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school (Alabama Bar admission not required but a plus).
- Strong legal research and writing skills.
- Demonstrated interest in criminal defense and Alabama criminal law.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, Filevine).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior internship or experience in a criminal defense or prosecution setting.
- Familiarity with Alabama court systems and e-filing platforms.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 annually (commensurate with experience).
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Birmingham, AL 35203 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Birmingham, AL 35203 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Birmingham, AL 35203: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Company Description
Elizabeth Hunter Law Firm is a dedicated criminal defense practice serving clients throughout Alabama. Led by Attorney Jaimee Elizabeth Hunter, our firm is committed to providing aggressive legal representation with a client-centered approach. We are passionate about protecting the rights of the accused and ensuring fair treatment under the law.
Company Description
Elizabeth Hunter Law Firm is a dedicated criminal defense practice serving clients throughout Alabama. Led by Attorney Jaimee Elizabeth Hunter, our firm is committed to providing aggressive legal representation with a client-centered approach. We are passionate about protecting the rights of the accused and ensuring fair treatment under the law.
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