Court of Appeals Research Attorney I (Remote)

Kansas Judicial Council; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Court of Appeals is seeking a Court of Appeals Research Attorney I to perform high‑level legal research, review briefs and case records, and prepare memoranda to support the judge in decision making.

All candidates must graduate from an ABA‑accredited law school, be licensed to practice in Kansas or have a transferrable UBE, and preferably have a GPA in the top quarter of their class. Strong analytical and writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduated from ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Kansas or transferable UBE.
• Top quartile GPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review briefs and case records and research questions of law.
• Prepare prehearing memoranda based on facts and applicable law.
• Assist the judge by providing information for decision-making.

Skills

Legal analysis

Clear writing

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Top quartile GPA preferred

Licensed in Kansas or UBE transferable

Job description

Kansas Court of Appeals is seeking a Court of Appeals Research Attorney I to perform high‑level legal research, review briefs and case records, and prepare memoranda to support the judge in decision making.

All candidates must graduate from an ABA‑accredited law school, be licensed to practice in Kansas or have a transferrable UBE, and preferably have a GPA in the top quarter of their class. Strong analytical and writing skills are essential.