Judicial Law Clerk — Research, Drafting & Case Prep

PA LAW CLERKS; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 63,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

PTO

Retirement plan

Job summary

PA LAW CLERKS in Lancaster, PA conducts legal research and drafts opinions under the supervision of a judge on the Court of Common Pleas. The role supports the judge by reviewing briefs, researching precedents, and preparing rulings.

The position requires a Juris Doctor and Pennsylvania Bar admission, with benefits such as healthcare, PTO, and a retirement plan. It involves attending hearings and collaborating closely with the presiding judge.

Qualifications

• J.D. from a law school accredited at the time of matriculation or graduation.
• Must be a member of the Bar of Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Reviews pretrial briefs and other submissions.
• Conducts research into precedential and related cases, laws, and opinions.
• Attends court hearings and trials.
• Drafts opinions and orders for cases.
• Review and discuss cases with Judge.
• Performs related work as required.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a law school that was accredited at the time of matriculation or graduation

Job description

PA LAW CLERKS in Lancaster, PA conducts legal research and drafts opinions under the supervision of a judge on the Court of Common Pleas. The role supports the judge by reviewing briefs, researching precedents, and preparing rulings.

The position requires a Juris Doctor and Pennsylvania Bar admission, with benefits such as healthcare, PTO, and a retirement plan. It involves attending hearings and collaborating closely with the presiding judge.