Judicial Ethics Counsel: Panel Opinions & Guidance

Pennsylvania Courts; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical, dental, vision plans

13 paid holidays

Paid time off

Salary increases

Student loan forgiveness plan

Employee assistance programs

Judiciary retirement plans

Job summary

Pennsylvania Courts seeks a qualified attorney to review requests for ethical guidance from Judicial Officers, verify jurisdiction, and conduct research to prepare advisory opinions and panel advisories. The role involves coordination with the Executive Director, drafting opinions for board meetings, and contributing to ethics education programs.

The position requires ABA-law graduation, Pennsylvania Bar admission, and strong writing, research, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ABA-approved school of law.
• Admission to and in good standing of the Pennsylvania Bar.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong research and analytical abilities.
• Self-motivation with ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Review ethical guidance requests to verify jurisdiction and status of the requester.
• Assess sufficiency of factual recitations and request more information if needed.
• Research relevant case law and ethics opinions to support guidance.
• Draft Panel Advisory addressing concerns for a Judicial Officer’s advisory opinion.
• Coordinate approvals and circulation of Panel Advisory to panels and executives.
• Track votes and obtain authorization for issuance of Panel Advisory.
• Prepare opinions for board approval and draft general ethics guidance.

Skills

Communication

Research

Writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

ABA-approved law school

Bar admission, PA Supreme Court

Job description

Pennsylvania Courts seeks a qualified attorney to review requests for ethical guidance from Judicial Officers, verify jurisdiction, and conduct research to prepare advisory opinions and panel advisories. The role involves coordination with the Executive Director, drafting opinions for board meetings, and contributing to ethics education programs.

The position requires ABA-law graduation, Pennsylvania Bar admission, and strong writing, research, and communication skills.