Remote Judicial Research Attorney II

Fresno Superior Court; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 80.000 - 178.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Telework available

State Bar Dues Reimbursed

Zusammenfassung

Fresno Superior Court is seeking a Judicial Staff Attorney at multiple levels to assist judges by researching and analyzing legal issues, drafting memoranda, and preparing tentative rulings. The role requires a law degree and active California Bar membership, with progressive experience expected for II and Senior levels.

The position emphasizes thorough legal research, clear writing, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of accuracy.

Qualifikationen

• Law degree and active membership in the State Bar of California.
• Two years of full-time, paid attorney experience for Level II.
• Five years of full-time paid attorney experience including three years as a research attorney for Senior.

Aufgaben

• Review and analyze legal issues; prepare detailed memoranda and proposed rulings.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and write concise analyses relevant to motions and petitions.
• Summarize case background and procedural history; draft tentative decisions and orders.
• Attend hearings when requested and respond to judges' inquiries on procedural issues.
• Maintain regular attendance and manage a high-volume, deadline-driven workload.

Kenntnisse

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Time management

Ausbildung

Law degree

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Jobbeschreibung

Fresno Superior Court is seeking a Judicial Staff Attorney at multiple levels to assist judges by researching and analyzing legal issues, drafting memoranda, and preparing tentative rulings. The role requires a law degree and active California Bar membership, with progressive experience expected for II and Senior levels.

The position emphasizes thorough legal research, clear writing, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of accuracy.