Legal Clerk
/ˈliːɡəl klɜːrk/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual employed to perform clerical and administrative tasks in a law office or court, such as managing documents, scheduling, and assisting lawyers with case preparation.
The legal clerk organized all the case files before the trial.
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Commentary
A legal clerk typically handles administrative duties distinct from those of a paralegal or law clerk, who may perform more substantive legal work.
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