Judicial Law Clerk — Research, Draft Opinions & Trial Prep

PA Courts; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental

Retirement pension

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Judicial Law Clerks assist Judge Kelley L. Margetas by researching legal issues, drafting opinions, and aiding the Judge in well-informed determinations.

They contribute to shaping case law through research and recommendations and follow all Court procedural rules across multiple divisions of the court. The role includes researching and drafting opinions, assisting with trial preparation, and handling administrative duties to support court operations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited school.
• Ability to conduct legal research manually and on a computer.
• Ability to respond and produce work product for the supervising Judge efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Research and compose Opinions and Orders.
• Draft Opinions and Orders and assign Motions.
• Prepare Pre-Trial Orders and Miscellaneous Orders.
• Draft Opinions and Orders for Appeals.
• Read Opinions from the York County Bench and decisions from higher courts.
• Answer phone calls and manage inquiries.
• Track case and motion activity and maintain records.
• Assist the Judge with administrative duties and correspondence.
• Assist the Judge in trial preparation.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting opinions

Communication with public

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor Degree

Job description

Judicial Law Clerks assist Judge Kelley L. Margetas by researching legal issues, drafting opinions, and aiding the Judge in well-informed determinations.

They contribute to shaping case law through research and recommendations and follow all Court procedural rules across multiple divisions of the court. The role includes researching and drafting opinions, assisting with trial preparation, and handling administrative duties to support court operations.