Law clerk - judge Job at Administrative Office of PA Courts, Bala Cynwyd, PA

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  • Administrative Office of PA Courts
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA

Job Description

This position requires legal research, legal analysis, and drafting memoranda, opinions, and other dispositions of issues raised before the Superior Court of Pennsylvania. The work hours and office schedule for this position are flexible - employees are welcome to work full-time in chambers or utilize a hybrid in-office/remote schedule. We encourage all interested new applicants and prior applicants who have passed the Pennsylvania Bar Exam to apply.

Typical Duties

  • Review appellate briefs, certified records, and court dockets.
  • Research legal and procedural issues presented on appeal.
  • Draft memoranda, opinions, orders, and bench memos as assigned.
  • Perform related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

  • J.D. from accredited U.S. Law School.
  • 1-2 years’ legal experience with extensive writing, preferably in appellate law.
  • Admission, in good standing, to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
  • Prior clerkship experience helpful.
  • Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Additional Qualifications/Preferences

  • Intellectual curiosity and flexibility.
  • Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into relevant parts, analyze with reference to relevant legal concepts, and present in a concise written document.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships.
  • Experience with latest version of Microsoft word.

Job Highlights

  • Excellent benefits program, including comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment.
  • 13 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days, and 12+ paid vacation days per year.
  • Salary increases, student loan forgiveness plans, employee assistance programs, and State retirement plans.
  • Telework may be available at the discretion of the employing judge.

Salary Information

$66,585-$79,144

How to Apply

  • Candidates interested in applying should apply through the Workday website

    Careers (myworkdayjobs.com)

    . Please submit a resume, cover letter, a list of references and a writing sample.
  • Commencement Date: On or after April 10, 2025

Salary information

Applicants requiring accommodation, for any part of the application and/or interview process, should contact Human Resources at (717) 231-3309 or human.resources@pacourts.us.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Flexible hours,

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