a 'city/town clerk' [=a person whose job is to record what happens at city or town meetings and to keep special information about the city or town]
After graduating from law school, she 'clerked' for a judge for several years.
Have the court 'clerk' file your request with the judge.
(..) - Mr Pimms? - Yeah, like the beverage. Yeah, she's here. What does Mr Powell do? He's a lawyer and I'm his law clerk. A fairly recent appointment, but enjoying it, all the varied work. - A lawyer? - Isn't it obvious? Lady Croft, my pleasure. (..)2001 Lara Croft: Tomb Raider