Law Clerk

Seeking a current law student to join our Legal Services Program during the 2025-2026 academic year and summer of 2026 as a Law Clerk. The position is through a partnership with the Ohio Access to Justice Foundation (OAJF).

Part-time 10-15 hrs/wk during school year and 28 hrs/wk during summer months, position located at the CRIS Office (4645 Executive Drive, Columbus, OH 43220), non-exempt position at a starting hourly rate of $18/hr, flexible spending account (FSA) program, paid time off, paid holidays, 403b tax-deferred retirement savings option, general hours of availability between 8:30am-4:30pm Monday through Friday with some flexibility outside of those hours based on program needs

Clerkship responsibilities include:

• Perform supervised client intakes
• Work with interpreters
• Attend USCIS interviews with attorneys
• Compile filing packets
• Fill out USCIS forms
• Attend weekly legal team meetings

Currently enrolled as a law student

Skilled in interpersonal and intercultural communication

Ability to be self-directed with position responsibilities

Resourceful, proactive problem-solving ability

Possess professional abilities in spoken and written English language

Preference for fluency in language/s spoken by the communities we serve, though not required

Strong organizational skills

Experience working with diverse populations

Proficient skills with Microsoft Excel, Google Apps including Google Drive, databases, e-mail, and internet

Participate in a required background check

CRIS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions shall be consistent with the principles of equal opportunity employment. Accommodations to enable all individuals to participate in the application process may be provided upon advance request.