Court Counsel Research Attorney

PA Courts; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

13 paid holidays and PTO

Parking provided

Job summary

Pennsylvania Courts is seeking a qualified attorney to support Court Counsel in coordinating with the Supreme Court Boards and Advisory Groups. The role involves legal research, preparing detailed memoranda, and facilitating interactions with the Chief Justice, Court Administrator, and AOPC staff.

Minimum qualifications include a JD and PA Supreme Court bar admission, plus at least two years of professional legal experience. Strong writing and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and bar admission to PA Supreme Court.
• At least two years of professional legal experience.
• Knowledge of PA judicial system structure and procedures.
• Ability to interpret constitutional provisions, statutes, regulations, and case precedents.
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with standard legal research and software applications.
• Effective communication and ability to maintain positive working relationships.
• Successful criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal research on the Supreme Court's supervisory and administrative authority and admission to the Bar.
• Review materials before Court Boards and Advisory Groups meetings and prepare with Court Counsel.
• Analyze proposals from Court Boards/Advisory Groups and draft memoranda with recommendations.
• Support interactions with the Chief Justice, Court Administrator, and AOPC staff on communications, legislation, and budget matters.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with Supreme Court and AOPC personnel and representatives.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Attention to detail

Understanding of PA judicial system

Constitutional interpretation

Software proficiency

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission to PA Supreme Court

Tools

Westlaw/Lexis

Job description

Pennsylvania Courts is seeking a qualified attorney to support Court Counsel in coordinating with the Supreme Court Boards and Advisory Groups. The role involves legal research, preparing detailed memoranda, and facilitating interactions with the Chief Justice, Court Administrator, and AOPC staff.

Minimum qualifications include a JD and PA Supreme Court bar admission, plus at least two years of professional legal experience. Strong writing and communication skills are essential for success.