2026 POST-BAR LAW CLERK at Children's Law Center of California

Monterey Park, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Apr, 26

Salary

72080.0

Posted On

13 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Client Representation, Legal Research, Case Management, Child Welfare, Client Interviews, Communication, Team Collaboration, Professional Relationships, Trial Experience, Diversity Awareness, Youth Advocacy, Dependency Hearings, Witness Preparation, Family Communication, Caregiver Communication, Legal Strategy

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description POSITION TITLE: 2026 POST-BAR LAW CLERK Reports to: CLC Staff Attorney Salary: $72,080 pro-rated to contract term Please include a detailed cover letter indicating your interest and qualifications for this position. Job Snapshot CLC is seeking passionate, skilled, and client-focused law school graduates for our 2026 Post-Bar Law Clerk Program. Under the supervision of an experienced CLC attorney, the Post-Bar Law Clerk will have the opportunity to assist in the representation of CLC’s clients in all aspects of the client’s dependency court proceedings. The Law Clerk will have the option to work at the children’s court in Monterey Park or Lancaster. This is a temporary position beginning on August 17, 2026, and ending November 20, 2026. Requirements Your Impact on the Mission – Excellence in Advocacy Represents clients on the record in dependency hearings, under the supervision of an attorney through the PTLS certification program. Assist attorneys with case management and strategy. Conduct age-appropriate client interviews, witness preparation and communication with families and caregivers. Conduct legal research on child welfare and related topics. The Assets You Possess/Essential Qualifications Prior experience as a CLC Law Clerk, working on child welfare matters, and /or trial experience preferred but not required. Interest & proficiency in working with children & youth in diverse communities. Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with children, teens, their families and caregivers. Juris Doctor Degree & completion of the July 2026 California State Bar Examination. Maintain professional and effective relationships with court personnel and coworkers. Successful candidates will need to have a California address at the time of onboarding and be able to come into their assigned office for in-person work as needed. Benefits and Compensation The Post-Bar Law Clerk position offers a pro-rated salary of $72,080 for the temporary term. CLC offers an excellent benefits package for those who qualify: Health + Wellbeing Employee Assistance Program Company-Sponsored Benefits (Medical, Dental, Life Insurance) * Up to 6% employer matched retirement plan* Generous Parental Leave + Additional Leave Options* Fitness/Wellness Program* Health Care & Dependent Day Care FSA * Transit + Parking Benefits * Growth + Development Durfee Professional Development funds are available for all employees, in good standing, who have been with CLC for at least two years. Flexibility + Additional Flexible working environment (depending on position requirements) Paid vacation/sick/holiday time CLC will pay the current year’s mandatory bar dues for all attorneys actively employed on the date bar dues are owed and who have no known plans to end employment with CLC within 30 days of the due date. CLC will also pay bar dues for new admittees who are actively employed on their initial payment due date and have no known plans to end employment with CLC within 30 days of the due date. * Must meet eligibility requirements upon open enrollment About CLC CLC is the largest children's legal services organization in the nation, advocating for tens of thousands of children and youth in Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Placer County foster care systems. We are a powerful voice for our clients, fighting in and out of the courtroom for family reunification, permanence, educational opportunity, health and mental health services, self-sufficiency, and overall well-being. We want all of California’s children to have the support they need to succeed. We work to accomplish this goal through direct legal representation for children, multidisciplinary advocacy and support, and public policy. CLC values diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect for all individuals in the workplace. We recognize the importance of a culturally diverse workforce across all job classifications, and encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives to apply. CLC is committed to inclusive practices in recruitment, hiring, promotion, and retention. Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, individual with disability, medical condition, marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status, protected veteran status, genetics or any other legally protected group status or non-job related characteristic of an individual as directed by law. Equal Employment Opportunity—Reasonable Accommodation Assistance: Children’s Law Center of California is committed to maintaining an environment of equal opportunity. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access the information provided by this organization, please contact HRdepartment@clccal.org further assistance regarding job postings.

Responsibilities

The Post-Bar Law Clerk will assist in representing CLC’s clients in dependency court proceedings under the supervision of an attorney. Responsibilities include conducting client interviews, legal research, and case management.