Criminal Defense Law Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Criminal Defense Law Clerk
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Firm: Elizabeth Hunter Law Firm

About Us:
Elizabeth Hunter Law Firm is a dedicated criminal defense practice serving clients throughout the state of Alabama, with a strong focus in Jefferson and Shelby Counties. Led by Attorney Jaimee Elizabeth Hunter, our firm is committed to aggressive advocacy combined with a compassionate, client-centered approach. We fight tirelessly to protect the rights of the accused and ensure fair treatment under the law.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research on Alabama criminal statutes, case law, rules of procedure, and evidentiary issues.
• Draft motions, memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Assist in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, reviewing discovery, and preparing witness materials.
• Attend hearings, pleas, and trials to observe, take notes, and provide attorney support as permitted.
• Summarize police reports, witness interviews, and discovery materials.
• Maintain case files and ensure accurate documentation and filing of legal materials.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed to support case progression.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school (Alabama Bar admission not required but a plus).
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Demonstrated interest in criminal defense and Alabama criminal law.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, Filevine).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior internship or experience in a criminal defense or prosecution setting.
• Familiarity with Alabama court systems and e-filing platforms.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 annually (commensurate with experience).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Birmingham, AL 35203 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Birmingham, AL 35203 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Birmingham, AL 35203: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Elizabeth Hunter Law Firm is a dedicated criminal defense practice serving clients throughout Alabama. Led by Attorney Jaimee Elizabeth Hunter, our firm is committed to providing aggressive legal representation with a client-centered approach. We are passionate about protecting the rights of the accused and ensuring fair treatment under the law.

Company Description

Elizabeth Hunter Law Firm is a dedicated criminal defense practice serving clients throughout Alabama. Led by Attorney Jaimee Elizabeth Hunter, our firm is committed to providing aggressive legal representation with a client-centered approach. We are passionate about protecting the rights of the accused and ensuring fair treatment under the law.