Remote Law Clerk: Superior Court Research & Writing

Tishman Speyer; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Parental leave

Student loan forgiveness plans

Employer retirement plans

Flexible spending account

Job summary

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania seeks a full-time law clerk for the Honorable Mary Jane Bowes in Pittsburgh, PA. Outstanding research, writing, and knowledge of legal authorities are required.

Responsibilities include reviewing trial records, drafting dispositive memoranda and opinions, meeting deadlines, and coordinating with judiciary staff. Pennsylvania bar admission within 12 months is required, with starting date October 2026. Excellent benefits and paid leave are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to discern, analyze, and apply pertinent legal authorities.
• Review trial court records and appellate briefs.
• Draft logical, articulate dispositive memoranda and opinions.
• Satisfy deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Discern, analyze, and apply pertinent legal authorities in complex cases.
• Review trial court records and appellate briefs for accuracy and relevance.
• Draft dispositive memoranda and opinions in Judge Bowes' approved form and style.
• Attend oral argument sessions and maintain professional relationships with judiciary staff.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Legal citations

Oral communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania or admission to PA Bar within 12 months

Job description

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania seeks a full-time law clerk for the Honorable Mary Jane Bowes in Pittsburgh, PA. Outstanding research, writing, and knowledge of legal authorities are required.

Responsibilities include reviewing trial records, drafting dispositive memoranda and opinions, meeting deadlines, and coordinating with judiciary staff. Pennsylvania bar admission within 12 months is required, with starting date October 2026. Excellent benefits and paid leave are offered.