Law Clerk Lycoming County

PA Courts; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life 보험

11 paid holidays

Defined benefit retirement plan

Job summary

Lycoming County Court of Common Pleas in Williamsport seeks a Judicial Law Clerk to assist Judge William P. Carlucci with legal research, analysis, and drafting memoranda, opinions, and orders. The position provides exposure to civil, criminal, family, and orphans’ court matters and daily courtroom operations.

Graduate of an accredited law program, with a commitment of at least two years. Responsibilities include reviewing briefs, checking citations, preparing files, drafting jury charges,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a degree in law.
• Commitment of at least two years to the position; term may be extended or become permanent if desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist Judge Carlucci with legal research, analysis of factual and legal issues, and preparation of memoranda, opinions, and orders.
• Review briefs submitted by counsel and check citations for accuracy.
• Prepare files for court proceedings and draft jury charges for civil and criminal trials.
• Track case activity and stay updated on developments in the law; assist with questions from the District Court Administrator.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Legal writing

Education

J.D. or equivalent law degree

Job description

The Honorable William P. Carlucci, Judge of the Court of Common Pleas of Lycoming County, is seeking a Judicial Law Clerk in the 29th Judicial District of Pennsylvania.

Job Duties

The successful candidate will assist Judge Carlucci with legal research, analysis of factual and legal issues, and the preparation of legal memoranda, draft opinions, and orders. This work will support the Judge’s role in managing civil, criminal, family, and orphans’ court matters.

Responsibilities include preparing files for court proceedings, reviewing and analyzing briefs submitted by counsel, checking citations for accuracy, and staying up‑to‑date with new developments in the law. These duties help ensure the efficient and accurate resolution of court matters. The position also entails preparing jury charges in both civil and criminal trials, tracking case activity, and understanding legal arguments as they are presented by parties. Strong analytical and writing skills are essential for this role. Assisting the Office of the District Court Administrator with legal questions, answering phone calls related to court operations, and performing other assignments as directed by Judge Carlucci. The clerk’s work directly supports the orderly disposition of matters before the Court. The role offers daily exposure to courtroom functions, judicial decision‑making processes, and a wide range of legal subject areas.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited college or university with a degree in law. 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 Judge and Law Clerk.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 11 paid holidays in addition to paid time off
• Defined benefit retirement plan

Salary Information

Minimum starting salary of $57,310.50. Plus an additional 1% increase for each year (12 consecutive months) of related experience (maximum of 12%) plus an additional 1% increase for a license to practice law.

Clerkship Overview

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).

Clerkships offer wonderful opportunities for networking, mentorship, and professional growth.