Law Clerks

Is there anything that prevents firms for casually talking with clerks? For context, I went to a recruiting event, had a great conversation with a partner who told me to reach out. I reached out to ge… more

I just had (in my opinion) a great interview with a firm I'm really excited about. At the end of the interview, the partner told me that there are 2-3 spots for a post-clerk position, and two spot… more

For those who clerked after a year or two of big law, how much did you save (assuming you also have loans)?

Any current law clerks received a post-clerkship offer from Quinn this past month and half? It’s been over a month and have since I submitted my application and I’m trying to determine whether I will … more

Hi, I have a law clerk diploma, 8 months of Canadian work experience (4 months in placement & 4 months at a real estate firm), & 8 years of international judicial clerk experience. Despite thi… more

Anyone have experience getting hired / bumped up to JS-14 for pay? Did a two year district clerkship and then practiced at a firm for a year so by my read I’m eligible for 14 when starting my upcoming… more

I received a very competitive clerkship offer I didn’t think I would get. I’m really excited but also very nervous. Do you have any tips on how to prepare for the job? And also any confidence booste… more

I’m planning to clerk for a DJ in 2026 but I’m currently interviewing for firm jobs. Should I disclose to the firms that I’ll be clerking in a year? It’s the right thing to do but I’m not sure firms w… more

Do you feel like a lot of firms are interviewing law clerks for very few spots?

Anyone else who had an honors attorney offer revoked, how much progress have you made in your new job search?

Whats the difference between a federal clerkship with a district judge vs a magistrate judge? Specifically, how do law firms (amlaw 100) view the distinction when considering post clerkship applicants… more

Let's talk haircuts. Are any firms requesting class haircuts from my older clerks out there? I've had one firm offer 0 class credit for 2 A3 clerkships.

Anybody know of any judges looking for clerks? I have a mentee who clerked in the bankruptcy court in DE and is looking to clerk again after a year in BL.

How long from your callback at a firm to offer?

Quinn to 175/200.

Any T25 clerks looking to work in Houston permanently?

Anyone else having a terrible experience? I work for a judge who only has two clerks, and the other (career) clerk works at a different court house. My judge is very very busy and I often work 50-60 hour weeks to… more

I think the "apply in January for start date in the fall" must be an NYC/major city rule. I'm looking in midsize cities and it seems way too early. Sooooo I don't know what job I'… more

Anyone else get hired AS A LAW CLERK. and then told “ We’re going to treat you like a junior Lawyer”. Such a cop out, pay me like one then?!!

Anyone else feel like they’re on eggshells with their deputy? I’ve gotten along great with all the clerks, judges, other employees, and even the deputies for other judges but ours seems to …hate us. S… more

When should I start reaching out to firms for positions post-clerkship?

How’s the job market for COA clerks atm?

For those of you who are applying or have applied to firms post-clerkship, what has been the turnaround time from submitting your application to getting a rejection or an interview?

If my clerkship starts in mid 2025, when will the court reach out to me re. Screening? I got a offer letter a while back, but still haven't heard anything about the screening or onboarding process

how come the law doesn't protect the purchaser vs builders hypothetically what if I booked a condo by the time of closing my financial situation totally changed due to my poor health incapacitat… more

I graduated summa cum laude from a T100 school in 2023 and am interested in clerking in 2025 or 2026 in the NY metro area (including NJ and CT). How can I find out which judges accept paper applicatio… more

Fellow law clerks, we know how much work we do. If you were mentoring some junior lawyers on the practical stuff they need to know to be successful, what wisdom would you share, assuming they were ope… more

Have any law clerks here gone to Davis Wright Tremaine? If so, what has your experience been?

Anyone else clerking and having trouble finding a job back in BL? :(

Do clerks have to give notice when they’re departing? If so, how much? Assume I don’t care about burning bridges.

Anyone getting higher than the old $50k/75k from non-boutiques?

Anyone have any insight on “Temporary Relief” clerkship? Funding has been approved, the position involves working with the Chief Judge and the other district judges.

Just started a COA clerkship after finishing a district court clerkship. Have a few years of Biglaw experience prior to, but have no interest going back to my old firm. COA clerkship is for 12 months.… more

How strict is the requirement most judges have for technical backgrounds for courts of federal claims? I’m sure this varies widely by judge but just gauging. General interest in the area but it didn’t… more

For those of you who got offers from a big law firm, how long did it take from last interview to a formal offer?

I’m a c/o 2019 grad finishing up a district clerkship in a few months. I really want to do a COA clerkship after this but I’ve been told I would be too senior to be marketable to firms after. Thoughts… more

I've posted in the BL bowl too, but does anyone have any insight on temporary clerkship positions that have been approved for 1 year but may last only 1-2 months subject to funding? I was wondering if it was … more

Do you give a gift to your judge at the end of your clerkship? What’s an appropriate gift for a (male) judge?