Process appellate filings and support judges and attorneys in Baton Rouge.
Clerk's Office Assistant Clerk
The Clerk's Office of the Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, is looking for a smart, hard-working person interested in an entry-level position into the legal and judicial system of Louisiana.
As an Assistant Clerk:
- You will interact with the appellate judges and the attorneys of the court.
- You will process filings in both appeals and writ applications.
- You will be trained in legal appellate processes and procedures.
- You will be called on to answer questions from attorneys throughout the state and the general public.
If you have prior experience in a clerk's office, or as a paralegal, or are looking to get your start in the legal field, this is a multi-skilled entry-level opportunity for you. On a daily basis, the pace of the work will push you to hone your triage skills and test your computer, data entry, scanning, and organizing skills.
The starting salary range is $42,304-$51,389, or commensurate with experience. In addition, the First Circuit is proud to offer with this position a full slate of benefits – state holidays, a variety of health insurance options, dental insurance, vision insurance, monthly accrual of annual leave and sick leave, and retirement contributions into the Clerks of Court Retirement System.
To be a part of this opportunity, submit your resume to Human Resources:
- Via email: HR@la-fcca.org
- Hand delivery: 1600 North Third Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802
- Regular Mail: P.O. Box 4408 Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4408
Applications must be received by Monday, July 20, 2026. Please request accommodations if needed to participate in the process.
Interact with appellate judges and attorneys, Process filings in appeals and writ applications, Triage and respond to questions from attorneys and the general public, Perform data entry, scanning, and organizing tasks, Receive training in legal appellate processes
