Law Clerk Columbia/Montour Counties

Tishman Speyer Properties; New York (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania seeks a law clerk to aid Judges by researching legal issues, drafting memoranda and initial opinions, and briefing citations for court review.

You will perform legal research, analyze issues, assist with jury selection coordination, stay current on developments in the law, and meet deadlines with strict confidentiality. Two-year commitment preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in law from an accredited college or university.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and maintain confidentiality.
• Outstanding legal reasoning and writing abilities.
• Ability to work independently and maintain professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal memorandums, opinions, orders and local rules for Judges’ review.
• Perform legal research and analyze factual and legal issues.
• Draft initial opinions and brief citations of authority.
• Assist with jury selection and coordination.
• Meet deadlines and maintain strict confidentiality in all cases.
• Other duties as assigned by Judges and District Court Administrator.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Organization

Confidentiality

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor or law degree

Job description

This law clerk will aid and expedite research on legal issues presented to the Judges, prepare memoranda of law, prepare initial drafts of opinions, check and brief citations of authority submitted by counsel, and perform such other duties as are assigned by the Judges to aid in the orderly disposition of court-related matters.

Job Duties

• Prepare legal memorandums, opinions, orders and local rules for the Judges’ revie.
• Perform legal research.
• Analyze factual and legal issues.
• Conceptually analyze legal arguments to assist the Judges in drafting legal opinions.
• Assist with jury selection and coordination.
• Stay apprised of new developments in the law.
• Prepare jury charges in civil and criminal trials.
• Assist the Office of the District Court Administrator in answering legal questions.
• Meet deadlines, prioritize work and maintain strict confidentiality in all cases.
• Other duties as assigned by the Judges and District Court Administrator.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a degree in law.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain tact, composure, and confidentiality.
• Possession of strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Outstanding legal reasoning and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Court employees and Court-related personnel.
• Commitment to demonstrating conduct that inspires public confidence and trust in the Courts, preserves the integrity of the Court system, and reflects a commitment to serving the public.
• Compliance with the Code of Conduct for Employees of the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania.
• Commitment of at least two years to the position; however, the term of the position can be extended or become permanent if desired by the Judges and Law Clerk.

Salary Information

Starting salary of $53,045.

A clerkship with a Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas judge offers a caliber of legal education that no classroom can replicate. From your first weeks as a law clerk, you will be immersed in a behind‑the‑scenes look at court operations, often with exposure to the broad spectrum of cases on the court’s docket - civil and criminal, family, trust and estates, motions and trials, as well as appeals. You will draft opinions, conduct legal research on novel questions, observe witness examinations and jury voir dire, and work in close collaboration with a sitting judge (if there are open positions, you will find them on the left).