Kirker Davis LLP is a boutique family law firm in Central Texas with a focus on high-end family law cases. We handle divorces involving professionals, family-owned businesses, custody matters, and complex litigation. The Firm’s core business philosophy is based on fidelity to the practice of law and a commitment to client service.
We are committed to providing concierge level family law services to truly make a difference in our community
Kirker Davis provides clerks with hands-on substantive experience from day one. You will play a role in more high-stakes litigation here than almost anywhere else because our clerks play a role in all aspects of litigation matters at the firm. But most importantly, while we work hard here at Kirker Davis, we value our team and its work-life balance more.
As a clerk at Kirker Davis, you will be involved in litigation in all its forms. You will get the chance to not only provide research and writing support, but you will be invited to take part in client meetings and trial prep. Clerks get the opportunity to work with all of the attorneys at the firm and will receive constructive feedback throughout. Kirker Davis is in trial often, so you will also likely get the chance to attend trial.
– Rising 2Ls, 3Ls, and graduates of selective law schools are welcome to apply.
– Candidates with reliable schedules and at least 16 hours of availability per week will be considered, though more hours per week are preferred.
– Summer clerkships are full-time, 40 hours per week. Because of high demand for clerkship spots and the important work clerks contribute throughout key cases, we do not offer half-summer clerkships.
– Flexibility to occasionally flex schedules to support major cases is desired.
– Hourly compensation depends on duties, qualifications and other factors.
– Mentorship and feedback are provided, as well as return offers based on excellent performance and business need.
Use the online form below to submit your application information and upload your cover letter, professional résumé, and copy of academic transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable). Candidates must be willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations.
Kirker Davis LLP is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, race, religion, color, marital status, disability, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Pros
As a rising 3L, I’ve realized how rare truly likable jobs in the legal field are. I find that many of my law school friends do not enjoy their jobs, and I feel very lucky to have found this place. As a clerk, you will rarely ever be assigned “grunt work.” Almost immediately I found that I was receiving invaluable litigation experience. If you have desire to be a trial lawyer, this is the place to go. Not only will you get to help prepare for hearings, trials, and meditations– but you get to do so on truly fun, and for lack of a better word, juicy cases. The mentorship here is unmatched. The attorneys here are just as excited to employ you as you are to be employed. They are so willing to help at the drop of a hat, yet they do not micromanage. KD’s expectation that their clerks are capable and can work independently has bolstered my confidence and I feel much more prepared to be a practicing attorney now than before I started. But, I also feel secure knowing that if I ever needed help that a team of experienced and kind attorneys had my back. Kirker Davis has cultivated a wonderful culture and respect for work life balance. Many of the attorneys here are parents, and their responsibilities to their children are always supported and understood. Additionally, the office itself has fantastic vibes. It is clear that everyone is a team. The attorneys are youthful, are usually joking about something, and overall the morale is palpably high. Conclusively, KD is a great place to work, and since starting here I’ve been trying to sell all my friends on family law!
Cons
I really cannot think of anything. A certain level of flexibility will be expected of you, but not more so and arguably less than any other law firm.
” My time as a clerk at Kirker Davis was great. From my first day, I was involved in substantive work: I provided research and writing for a case about to go to trial, I explored interesting questions of law, and I had the opportunity to communicate directly with clients. The attorneys at Kirker Davis will help you get what you want out of your clerkship. If you want to attend trial, you can. If you want to work on a specific case, you can. I had the opportunity to do so much in my time at Kirker Davis and I learned more there than I would have anywhere else. I wouldn’t have changed a thing. “
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