Top 28 Minnesota judicial branch Jobs

Court of Appeals Law Clerk for the 2027-28 Term
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Saint Paul, MN
- From $35.92 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Writing skills
- Office
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Assistant Commissioner
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Saint Paul, MN
- $50.48 - $78.21 an hour
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Law Clerk, First Judicial District (Continuous Posting)
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Hastings, MN
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Hennepin County District Court Law Clerk (Continuous Posting)
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Minneapolis, MN
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Conciliation Court Referee (Per Diem, Remote), 10th Judicial District
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Minnesota
- $75 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- 5 years
- Criminal background check
- Computer skills
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Law Clerk, Olmsted County, Honorable Pamela King
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Rochester, MN
- Online Application
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Law Clerk, Honorable Judge Fitzgerald - Kandiyohi County
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Willmar, MN
- Online Application
- Microsoft Word
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Business Process Specialist, Hennepin County, Business Practices Unit
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Minneapolis, MN
- $34.40 - $53.25 an hour
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
12d
Law Clerk for Honorable Jeannice Reding, Fourth Judicial District
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Minneapolis, MN
- Online Application
- Background check
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
5d
District Court Law Clerk for the Honorable Helen R. Brosnahan, Washington County
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Stillwater, MN
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Court Operations Leadworker II, Hennepin County, Brookdale Criminal Division
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Minneapolis, MN
- From $27.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- Paid parental leave
7d
Law Clerk, Honorable Leah DuCharme, Clay County
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Moorhead, MN
- $31.55 an hour
- Online Application
- Microsoft Word
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
13d
Court Operations Associate, Winona County
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Winona, MN
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- Administrative experience
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Law Clerk, Ramsey County, Judge Vuelo
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Saint Paul, MN
- $31.55 - $39.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
6d
Court Reporter, McLeod County - Honorable Jody Winters
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Glencoe, MN
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Criminal background check
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
12d
Law Clerk for Honorable Joseph Klein, Hennepin County
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Minneapolis, MN
- Online Application
- Background check
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
6d
Court Reporter for Judge Appointee Nathan E. Sosinski, Wright County
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Buffalo, MN
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
Court Operations Associate (2 Positions), Hennepin County, Juvenile Court
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Minneapolis, MN
- $21.45 - $35.44 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
13d
District Court Law Clerk for Honorable Francis Green III, Washington County
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Stillwater, MN
- $31.55 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Court Operations Associate, Hennepin County, Criminal Traffic Violations Bureau
Minnesota Judicial Branch —Minneapolis, MN
- From $23.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
6d

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Court of Appeals Law Clerk for the 2027-28 Term

Minnesota Judicial Branch -
Saint Paul, MN

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Job Details

Full-time
From $35.92 an hour

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave
Loan forgiveness

Qualifications

Writing skills

Full Job Description

DESCRIPTION:

Minnesota Court of Appeals law clerks participate in the judicial decision-making process by providing legal research and case analysis to the judges of the Court of Appeals. The Minnesota Court of Appeals reviews cases appealed from district courts and administrative agencies.

Through this challenging and intellectually stimulating work, law clerks develop their skills in legal research, reasoning, strategy, and writing; gain exposure to multiple substantive areas of law; receive valuable training and mentoring from judges; and form friendships and career-long relationships with their fellow judicial law clerks. This one-year clerkship enables law clerks to engage in public service while receiving training and experience that will distinguish them from other applicants for practitioner positions.

It is anticipated that 20-30 Court of Appeals law clerk positions will be open for the term of August 2027 - August 2028, all located in the Minnesota Judicial Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. Each law clerk is hired by either one specific judge or a group of three judges.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES :

The primary duties of a law clerk are to analyze and research cases on appeal. A law clerk's typical responsibilities include closely reviewing the record and transcripts from the district court, evaluating opposing briefs, supplementing the legal research submitted in the briefs, assisting the judge in accurately synthesizing the facts and the law through preparation of bench memoranda, assisting the judge in drafting opinions, and cite-checking opinions.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS :

The minimum academic requirement for application is enrollment as a second-year law student; graduation from an accredited law school is required to begin employment. Professional skills and academic record are both considered. Strong writing and research skills are essential. Significant legal writing experience, which may include experience on a law review or law journal, is preferred. The judges of the court will select law clerks after reviewing applications and conducting interviews.

SALARY: The anticipated salary for the 2027 -28 term will be at least $35.92/hour ($75,000/year) or possibly more, depending on future legislative appropriations.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Position Logistics:

This position is classified as a Court of Appeals Law Clerk. Work will be performed at the Minnesota Judicial Center located in downtown Saint Paul, Minnesota.

To Apply: Applications must be submitted by July 12th, 2026 , at 11:59pm. In-person Interviews will take place on Friday, September 11th and Monday, September 14th, 2026. In-person interviews are preferred, but virtual interviews will be available for candidates who are located at a distance and unable to travel to the Minnesota Judicial Center for their interview.

All applications will be carefully reviewed. Please take the time to submit a complete application including all sections such as work experience and education. A complete application must include the following documents:

cover letter
resume
legal writing sample
official transcript, with class rank, if available
2 - 3 letters of recommendation.

Please ensure you have all the documents listed above at the time you apply. These documents will need to be uploaded to your electronic application. If your school sends letters of recommendation directly to the Judicial Branch, please have them send those letters to the email address below, no later than the application deadline. If you don’t have all the required documents at the time of submitting your application or before the application deadline, please notify the email below indicating which documents are missing and we will let you know what the next steps are. Please note that there is also a series of supplemental questions in the application, most of which require answers. Complete the questions thoroughly, as responses will be submitted to the judges verbatim. If you have any questions, please submit them to the email address below . Because the application form is identical to the application form for the Minnesota Supreme Court, you may wish to submit applications to both courts at the same time.

Minnesota Judicial Center

Human Resources Department, Rm. 120

25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.

St. Paul, MN 55155

[email protected]

Why Work for Us?

Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth.

Employee Benefits

The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family’s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers . Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at [email protected]. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Internal Applicants

If you are a current employee of the Minnesota Judicial Branch, please apply to open positions conveniently through your Oracle account by visiting Opportunity Marketplace - Browse Opportunities .

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Court of Appeals Law Clerk for the 2027-28 Term

Assistant Commissioner

Law Clerk, First Judicial District (Continuous Posting)

Hennepin County District Court Law Clerk (Continuous Posting)

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Law Clerk, Olmsted County, Honorable Pamela King

Law Clerk, Honorable Judge Fitzgerald - Kandiyohi County

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Law Clerk, Honorable Leah DuCharme, Clay County

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Law Clerk, Ramsey County, Judge Vuelo

Court Reporter, McLeod County - Honorable Jody Winters

Law Clerk for Honorable Joseph Klein, Hennepin County

Court Reporter for Judge Appointee Nathan E. Sosinski, Wright County

Court Operations Associate (2 Positions), Hennepin County, Juvenile Court

District Court Law Clerk for Honorable Francis Green III, Washington County

Court Operations Associate, Hennepin County, Criminal Traffic Violations Bureau

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