Judicial Research Attorney (Remote)

Pueblo Community College; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

The Colorado Judicial Department seeks a Legal Research Attorney to perform highly complex legal research for the entire bench in a judicial district. The role supports district judges by drafting opinions, reviewing pleadings, and maintaining the district law library.

Remote-eligible with occasional onsite meetings, this at-will position emphasizes research, analysis, and collaboration with judges to determine appropriate actions in cases across Colorado.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Certificate of admission to the Colorado Bar.
• Eligibility to practice law before Colorado courts.

Responsibilities

• Researches legal issues presented by parties during litigation.
• Advises judges on research results and assists the judge in developing an appropriate course of action in the case.
• Writes the first draft of opinions issued by the court.
• Reviews documents and pleadings filed with the court as assigned by individual judges.
• Compiles information gained from research on particular issues in a case.
• Maintains all library materials including book, CD-ROM, and electronic research subscription in more than one location.
• Recommends library materials for research and reference purposes.
• Authorizes the use of research materials or the district's law library to those other than district judges.
• Attends meetings and training as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.]

Skills

Legal research

Judicial research support

Legal writing

Advising judges

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

The Colorado Judicial Department seeks a Legal Research Attorney to perform highly complex legal research for the entire bench in a judicial district. The role supports district judges by drafting opinions, reviewing pleadings, and maintaining the district law library.

Remote-eligible with occasional onsite meetings, this at-will position emphasizes research, analysis, and collaboration with judges to determine appropriate actions in cases across Colorado.