Law Clerk - Judge - Dubow, Alice B

Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts • Philadelphia, PA

1d • $68,083 - $80,925

About The Position

This position requires legal research, legal analysis, and drafting of memoranda, opinions, and other dispositions of issues raised on appeal before the Superior Court of Pennsylvania. Job Highlights Excellent benefits program, including comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment. 13 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days, and 12+ paid vacation days per year. Salary increases, student loan forgiveness plans, employee assistance programs, and State retirement plans. Telework may be available at the discretion of the employing judge.

Requirements

• J.D. from accredited U.S. Law School.
• 3 years’ legal experience with extensive writing, preferably in appellate law.
• Admission, in good standing, to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania or admission to the Bar within 12 months of appointment.
• Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior clerkship experience helpful.
• Intellectual curiosity and flexibility.
• Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into relevant parts, analyze with reference to relevant legal concepts, and present in a concise written document.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships.

Responsibilities

• Review appellate briefs, certified records, trial court opinions and court dockets.
• Research legal and procedural issues presented on appeal.
• Draft memoranda, opinions and orders, as assigned.
• Perform related work as required.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits program, including comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment.
• 13 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days, and 12+ paid vacation days per year.
• Salary increases, student loan forgiveness plans, employee assistance programs, and State retirement plans.
• Telework may be available at the discretion of the employing judge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree