Law Clerk in Lincoln, Nebraska at Baylor Evnen Wolfe & Tannehill LLP

1. OVERVIEW OF POSITION. At Baylor Evnen Wolfe & Tannehill, LLP, we take immense pride in nurturing the next generation of legal professionals. As the largest law firm fully located in Lincoln, Nebraska, with a legacy dating back to 1896, our commitment to excellence and innovation remains unwavering. Our Law Clerk Program offers aspiring attorneys a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful, attorney-supervised projects across diverse practice areas, including Workers’ Compensation, Labor & Employment, Insurance Defense, and more. Through hands-on experience and mentorship, our clerks gain invaluable insights into the legal profession, bridging the gap between academic study and practical application.

1. REPORTING STRUCTURE. The Law Clerk works closely with attorneys and other staff, and will report directly to the Operations Manager of the Firm.

1. HOURS AND STATUS. Baylor Evnen respects school commitments for students, so work hours flexible and are revised every semester to fit with class schedules.

1. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS. You will work directly with attorneys on various projects some of which include:

• • Develop extensive understanding of our client base and industries served
  • Assist attorneys in determining case strategies
  • Perform legal research and due diligence amid changing priorities
  • Help draft required documents
  • Accurately track billable hours and log billing descriptions

While the Firm provides this job description in an effort to define the essential functions and responsibilities of the Law Clerk, this description is a summary representative of the duties and responsibilities required of this position and may not include non-essential duties. Duties or responsibilities may be added or modified at the discretion of the Operations Manager in accordance with the business needs of the Firm. An individual in this position may be asked to perform duties assigned to others if coverage is necessary.

1. CORE COMPENTENCIES.
   • Accuracy and attention to detail
   • Dependability
   • Strong work ethic
   • Willingness to learn
   • Excellent Communication skills
   • Professional appearance

1. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS OF POSITION.

1. Physical Demands.
   • Ability to verbally and effectively communicate to individuals and groups.
   • Ability to regularly utilize a computer keyboard, monitor and other electronic equipment to prepare reports, communicate and perform other duties.
   • Ability to endure a sedentary type of work requiring a great deal of sitting at a computer.
   • Ability to lift and move documentation
   • Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance, meet deadlines and perform work duties in a timely manner.

1. Mental Demands.
   • Ability to work effectively and efficiently and remain poised in high stress and conflict situations.
   • Ability to simultaneously address multiple complex problems.
   • Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy.
   • Ability to sustain attention with or without distractions.
   • Ability to interact and communicate professionally and appropriately with a variety of individuals.
   • Ability to meet time sensitive deadlines.
   • Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance, meet deadlines and perform work duties in a timely manner.