Resources

It is critical that you conduct thorough research on each and every judge that you are considering. Career Services has research materials (including the web links to the right), books, directories, and biographical information on local judges to help you begin your research. You may also obtain a copy of the Career Services Judicial Clerkship Manual that contains valuable overview information, sample cover letters and interviewing tips.Career Services Materials

Career Services Programming

One of the most popular programs offered is the annual Breakfast with Judges, which brings 30-40 judges and their judicial clerks to campus each fall for an informal breakfast with students. In the spring, Career Services offers a variety of colloquia focusing on judicial clerkships. These programs typically include an overview panel, with judicial clerks from various courts talking about the day-to-day duties of a clerk; a presentation by judges and justices of the Oregon appellate courts to overview clerking opportunities with the courts; and a faculty judicial clerkship forum, featuring faculty members who are former federal judicial clerks speaking to students in small groups and offering tips on applying for federal clerkships.

Career Services Counseling

The Assistant Dean and Director are available for individual appointments to discuss your clerkship questions and goals. They can refer you to alumni or judges, review application materials and assist with locating appropriate research materials.

Alumni Clerks/Student Externs and Alumni Judges

Most alumni who served as judicial clerks, and those who now serve as judges, are happy to talk to students about their experiences, and about what is expected of a law clerk. Contact Career Services for additional information and contact ideas.