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Law Clerk (3L), L&E Litigation - Orange County
CompanyMartenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP
LocationCosta Mesa
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 12, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The law clerk will assist attorneys with employment litigation defense, including conducting legal research and drafting various litigation documents. They will also participate in case strategy, client communications, and proceedings such as hearings and depositions.
Internship Type
intern
Salary Range
$30 - $35
Company Size
131
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About The Company
Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP is headquartered in Atlanta, with offices in Carlsbad, Chicago, Dallas, New York, and Sacramento, making us geographically and strategically poised to deliver quality legal support across the country. We have a highly flexible representation model that enables us to provide quality representation and impeccable service to business management of publicly traded and private companies in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico.
Attorneys at Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP have extensive experience in a wide variety of legal practices focusing on employment litigation and labor relations. They present creative solutions to complex business cases and offer sophisticated advice for decision-making strategies to businesses in need of sound representation.
Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP focuses on the defense of employers in litigation and administrative matters involving all types of labor and employment related claims, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage-hour, restrictive covenants, affirmative action, and related matters. We provide our clients with day-to-day advice regarding policies, procedures, counseling, labor relations and all other human resources issues. We also conduct training for employers and management groups regarding current labor and employment issues, compliance, and other relevant issues that have an impact in today's business climate.
About the Role
Job Details: Job Location: Orange County - Costa Mesa, CA, Position Type: Internship, Education Level: Juris Doctor Degree, Salary Range: $30.00 - $35.00Hourly, Job Category: Admin - Clerical, MHS is seeking a 3rd year law clerk to help our Orange County office on a part-time basis, approximately 15-20 hours per week, with scheduling to accommodate the demands of law school. The law clerk will gain hands-on experience in employment litigation defense. The law clerk will work closely with attorneys on a variety of matters, including single-plaintiff employment lawsuits, wage and hour class actions, and PAGA matters. Responsibilities will include conducting legal research, drafting motions, briefs, discovery and other litigation documents, assisting with case strategy and preparation, and participating in client communications and case-related meetings. This position will provide opportunities to gain litigation experience through involvement in hearings, mediations, depositions, and other proceedings.
Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP (“MHS”) is a national law firm focusing on labor and employment defense and business litigation. Based in Atlanta, with additional offices in Chicago, Dallas, New York, Orange County, Sacramento, and San Diego, MHS litigates labor and employment matters on behalf of all of its clients, including several national employers.
Compensation: $35/hour
Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualifications:
Currently enrolled as a 3rd year law student at an ABA-accredited law school
Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in litigation and/or employment law
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong legal analysis and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
Preferred candidate plans to sit for the California State Bar Examination following graduation and pursue admission to the California State Bar
Key Skills
Legal ResearchDrafting MotionsDrafting BriefsDiscoveryLitigation SupportCase StrategyClient CommunicationEmployment LawWage And Hour LawPAGA MattersLegal AnalysisAttention To DetailTime ManagementProject ManagementWritten CommunicationOral Communication
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