Disciplinary Counsel — Investigations & Hearings (Remote)

Pennsylvania Courts; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennsylvania Courts in Harrisburg seeks a Disciplinary Counsel, District III, to lead investigations of attorney misconduct and draft submissions for disciplinary hearings. Based in Harrisburg with remote work available for some duties, the role requires a JD and PA Bar admission, plus strong legal research and drafting skills.

The position offers a starting range with potential for growth, and opportunities to represent the ODC at hearings before the Disciplinary Board and PA Supreme Court.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission to the PA Bar or eligibility.
• Knowledge of rules governing attorney conduct.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal law and disciplinary procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools.
• Strong drafting and analytical abilities.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Ability to work independently and with supervision.
• Trial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into attorney misconduct and document findings.
• Supervise staff in investigations and evaluate results.
• Coordinate issuance of subpoenas.
• Recommend discipline or dismissal of complaints.
• Represent ODC at hearings before the Disciplinary Board and PA Supreme Court.
• Draft pleadings and briefs for disciplinary matters.
• Handle matters involving disability status.
• Participate in CLE programs on legal ethics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Rules of attorney conduct

State & federal law

Disciplinary Board policies

Legal research

Microsoft Office

Drafting legal documents

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independence

Trial experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission in PA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pennsylvania Courts in Harrisburg seeks a Disciplinary Counsel, District III, to lead investigations of attorney misconduct and draft submissions for disciplinary hearings. Based in Harrisburg with remote work available for some duties, the role requires a JD and PA Bar admission, plus strong legal research and drafting skills.

The position offers a starting range with potential for growth, and opportunities to represent the ODC at hearings before the Disciplinary Board and PA Supreme Court.