Pittsburgh, PA – Term Law Clerk – Chambers – Judge Mark Hornak
AkronLawJobs No. 7437 Overview: Seeking current 3Ls to work as Law Clerks in Chamber for Judge Mark Hornak.
Duties will be related to Case, conference, argument, and trial preparation, plus research and drafting. Clerks have significant responsibility in dealing with counsel in matters litigated in the courtroom, in addition to advising the judge on all case-related matters. For information on the Court click HERE.
Qualifications: Current 3L. Must be positive, courteous, and an effective representative of the Court. Must have the appropriate level of preparation and self-confidence to speak and deal candidly with the Judge in the discharge of his obligations. Must work well with others. PREFER: A consistent record of proven high academic performance. Top 15% of your law class. Positions of leadership. His Honor has a modest preference of students who have ties to the Western District of Pennsylvania. This is only a preference – not a prerequisite. Please see Symplicity ALJ 7437 for a complete listing of the position requirements.
How to apply: Apply through OSCAR. Please note – OSCAR will be down for maintenance from May 31 through June 3, 2016. Please upload the following: Resume, Cover Letter, Two Writing Samples, Law School Transcripts, Undergraduate Transcripts, Three letters of recommendation, a list of Four References with contact information – his Honor may speak with at least one of your references by telephone. They need to be able to speak definitively to the applicant’s character, work ethic, integrity, and sense of humor, based upon significant personal interaction with the applicant. It is suggested that you read Judge Aldisert’s article “Rat Race: Insider Advice on Landing Judicial Clerkships” found HERE. Apply at OSCAR
Deadline: June 10, 2016. Interviews will begin the week of June 20, 2016