Judicial Law Clerk: Research, Draft Opinions & Citations

Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts; Bloomsburg (Columbia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

Pension plan

13 paid holidays in addition to leave

3 weeks vacation

Annual COLA increase

Job summary

The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts seeks a law clerk to aid and expedite research, prepare memoranda of law, and draft initial opinions for Judges. You will check citations, brief authorities, and support orderly disposition of court matters.

Responsibilities include legal research, preparing memoranda, opinions, orders, jury charges, and coordinating with court staff while maintaining strict confidentiality and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a degree in law.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain tact, composure, and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Outstanding legal reasoning and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Court employees and Court-related personnel.
• Commitment to public service and integrity and compliance with Code of Conduct for Employees of the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania.
• Commitment of at least two years to the position; extension or permanency possible.
• Commitment to demonstrating conduct that inspires public confidence and trust in the Courts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal memorandums, opinions, orders and local rules for the Judges’ review.
• Perform legal research.
• Analyze factual and legal issues.
• Conceptually analyze legal arguments to assist the Judges in drafting legal opinions.
• Assist with jury selection and coordination.
• Stay apprised of new developments in the law.
• Prepare jury charges in civil and criminal trials.
• Assist the Office of the District Court Administrator in answering legal questions.
• Meet deadlines, prioritize work and maintain strict confidentiality in all cases.
• Other duties as assigned by the Judges and District Court Administrator.

Skills

Strong writing

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Independent work

Clear communication

Confidentiality

Organization

Education

Law degree

Job description

The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts seeks a law clerk to aid and expedite research, prepare memoranda of law, and draft initial opinions for Judges. You will check citations, brief authorities, and support orderly disposition of court matters.

Responsibilities include legal research, preparing memoranda, opinions, orders, jury charges, and coordinating with court staff while maintaining strict confidentiality and meeting deadlines.