Judicial Research & Drafting Clerk

PA LAW CLERKS; Middleburg (Snyder County); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Accrued sick time

Pension

Health insurance options

Job summary

PA Law Clerks in the 17th Judicial District (Snyder/Union) seeks a Law Clerk to assist Common Pleas Judges and visiting Senior Judges. The role includes legal research, reviewing filings, drafting opinions and orders, and aiding during court proceedings to ensure timely handling of matters before the Court.

Minimum requirements include a J.D. and admission (or pursuit) to the Pennsylvania Bar. Benefits include holidays, sick time, pension, and health insurance options.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required and admitted or seeking admission to PA Bar.
• Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania civil and criminal law.
• Experience drafting opinions and legal memoranda is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft opinions and orders for the Court.
• Review filings, pleadings, and memos; summarize for Judges.
• Assist during court proceedings and manage court calendars.
• Communicate with attorneys, litigants, and court staff on docket matters.
• Maintain organized calendars and track case status and deadlines.
• Perform duties as Custody Conference Officer and Divorce Hearing Officer as assigned.
• Draft clear, Judge-appropriate opinions and recommendations.

Skills

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

PA Bar admission (or pursuing)

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Bar admission in PA (or pursuing)

Job description

PA Law Clerks in the 17th Judicial District (Snyder/Union) seeks a Law Clerk to assist Common Pleas Judges and visiting Senior Judges. The role includes legal research, reviewing filings, drafting opinions and orders, and aiding during court proceedings to ensure timely handling of matters before the Court.

Minimum requirements include a J.D. and admission (or pursuit) to the Pennsylvania Bar. Benefits include holidays, sick time, pension, and health insurance options.