Will AI replace judicial law clerks?
Not entirely. Parts of the job are likely to change as AI takes over routine tasks. Judicial Law Clerks score 52 out of 100 (elevated exposure), #201 of 923 US jobs. AI could speed up 16 of the job's 19 tasks, 3 of them on its own, while 3 see little or no speed-up. Exposure means the work is likely to change, not that the job will disappear.
Which judicial law clerks tasks can AI do?
The most exposed tasks include "Draft or proofread judicial opinions, decisions, or citations"; "Enter information into computerized court calendar, filing, or case management systems"; "Verify that all files, complaints, or other papers are available and in the proper order".
Which judicial law clerks tasks are hardest for AI?
Tasks with little or no AI speed-up include "Participate in conferences or discussions between trial attorneys and judges"; "Supervise law students, volunteers, or other personnel assigned to the court"; "Perform courtroom duties, including calling calendars, administering oaths, and swearing in jury panels and witnesses".
Are people already using AI for this work?
Yes. In April–May 2026, 4 of the 19 tasks showed up in real conversations with Claude, according to the Anthropic Economic Index.
How many people work as judicial law clerks, and what do they earn?
About 13,290 people in the US, with median pay of $64,920 a year (BLS, May 2025).