Judicial Law Clerk: Research, Drafts & Courtroom Support

County of York; York (York County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

County of York seeks a Judicial Law Clerk to provide legal research and direct support to one or more Commissioned Judges. The role includes drafting opinions and orders, reviewing case files, and assisting with hearings and trial lists.

The incumbent operates with considerable independence under supervision and reports to Judges and the District Court Administrator. A JD is required, and strong research and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Demonstrates extensive proficiency in legal research and issue analysis.
• Exhibits superior oral and written communication skills.
• Shows openness and impartiality during litigation and deliberation processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research for assigned judges.
• Prepare draft opinions, orders, memoranda and other documents for issuance by the Court.
• Review and summarize case files, dockets, exhibits and pleadings.
• Respond to matters assigned under York County Rule of Civil Procedure 208.3(b).
• Prepare caseload statistics and assist judges with hearing/trial lists.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical reasoning

Oral communication

Written communication

Impartiality

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

County of York seeks a Judicial Law Clerk to provide legal research and direct support to one or more Commissioned Judges. The role includes drafting opinions and orders, reviewing case files, and assisting with hearings and trial lists.

The incumbent operates with considerable independence under supervision and reports to Judges and the District Court Administrator. A JD is required, and strong research and communication skills are essential.