Law Clerk

Location: Beverly Hills, California Job Type: Full-Time Firm: Setareh Law Group

About Setareh Law Group

Setareh Law Group is a plaintiff-side employment law firm representing employees in wage-and-hour, discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wrongful termination, PAGA, and class-action matters. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Law Clerk to support our attorneys throughout all stages of litigation.

This position is ideal for a current law student or recent law school graduate who wants meaningful, hands-on experience in California employment litigation.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research and prepare clear, well-supported written analyses.

Draft legal memoranda, demand letters, pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.

Assist with drafting complaints, amended complaints, discovery requests, and discovery responses.

Review and summarize personnel files, payroll records, timekeeping data, contracts, and other case documents.

Assist attorneys with case evaluations, factual timelines, damages analyses, and case strategy.

Prepare deposition, mediation, arbitration, and trial materials.

Cite-check, proofread, format, and finalize legal documents before filing or service.

Organize and maintain electronic case files according to the firm’s naming and document-management protocols.

Track assignments, deadlines, and follow-up items in the firm’s case-management system.

Communicate professionally with attorneys, staff, clients, courts, and outside parties as directed.

Provide timely progress updates and promptly raise questions or potential deadline concerns.

Maintain strict confidentiality regarding clients, cases, and firm information.

Perform additional legal research and litigation-support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school or recently graduated from law school.

Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.

Excellent proofreading skills and attention to detail.

Ability to follow instructions, incorporate feedback, and meet firm deadlines.

Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Professional communication skills and sound judgment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research platforms.

Dependable, accountable, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience with a law firm, legal clinic, judicial externship, or litigation department.

Coursework or experience involving employment law, civil litigation, class actions, or PAGA matters.

Familiarity with California and federal court rules and filing procedures.

Experience using case-management or document-management software.

Interest in representing employees and developing a career in plaintiff-side employment law.

What We Offer

Hands-on experience working on active employment litigation matters.

Direct exposure to experienced attorneys and complex cases.

Opportunities to strengthen legal research, writing, and litigation skills.

A professional and collaborative work environment.

Potential opportunities for continued employment and advancement based on performance and the firm’s needs.

Work Expectations

This position requires consistent attendance, responsiveness during scheduled working hours, timely completion of assignments, and strict compliance with all firm policies and confidentiality requirements.

Setareh Law Group is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, performance, and the needs of the firm.

Flexible work from home options available.