Wages vary by state and by the clerk's level of experience.
Law clerks who work full time may receive benefits. These may include health insurance, sick leave, and paid vacation.
Judicial law clerks (SOC 23-1012)
| Location |
Pay Period | |
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| 25% |
Median |
75% |
||
| Illinois | Hourly | $26.17 | $46.80 | $53.57 |
| Yearly | $54,440 | $97,349 | $111,422 | |
| Cook County | Hourly | $26.17 | $33.13 | $54.21 |
| Yearly | $54,440 | $68,896 | $112,751 | |
| United States | Hourly | $21.54 | $27.64 | $36.83 |
| Yearly | $44,800 | $57,490 | $76,600 | |