Judicial Law Clerk I: Civil Trial Research & Writing

Philadelphia PA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public transportation

Paid parental leave

Vacation & holidays

Health coverage

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Pension plan

457(b) plan

Tuition discounts

Job summary

The First Judicial District of Pennsylvania is hiring a Judicial Law Clerk I for a Judge in the Trial Division, Civil Section. The Clerk provides professional level legal work as a research assistant supporting judges with writing briefs, opinions and related materials.

Ideal candidates hold a Juris Doctorate, demonstrate superior writing and analytical skills, and are prepared to work in person in Philadelphia. Bar membership is not required for Law Clerk 1; background checks will be completed.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Superior writing and analytical skills.
• Membership of a Bar is not required for Law Clerk 1; however, members must remain in good standing.
• Facility in the use of MS Office software applications.

Responsibilities

• Legal research and writing and review of court records for draft opinions and orders.
• Manage tracking databases for pending motions and appeals.
• Maintain case files.
• Manage law school and undergraduate interns.

Skills

Superior writing

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The First Judicial District of Pennsylvania is hiring a Judicial Law Clerk I for a Judge in the Trial Division, Civil Section. The Clerk provides professional level legal work as a research assistant supporting judges with writing briefs, opinions and related materials.

Ideal candidates hold a Juris Doctorate, demonstrate superior writing and analytical skills, and are prepared to work in person in Philadelphia. Bar membership is not required for Law Clerk 1; background checks will be completed.