Assistant Clerk

About This Job

Clerk’s Office Administrative Assistant Clerk

The Clerk’s Office of the Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, is looking for an intelligent individual with a strong work ethic interested in an entry-level position in 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, 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, depending on experience, and, 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: Sign in to view email
• Hand delivery: 1600 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
• Regular Mail: P.O. Box 4408, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4408

Resumes must be received on or before by Monday, July 20, 2026.

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.