In case of a vacancy in the office of the clerk of the supreme court from any cause, the chief justice shall appoint some person to fill such vacancy for the balance of the unexpired term and until his or her successor is appointed and qualified.
Vacancy in office of clerk
R.I. Gen. Laws § 8-4-3., under Chapter 8-4 Clerks of Supreme and Superior Courts.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 8-4-3.