Court Operations Legal Analyst

Idaho State Supreme Court•Boise, ID

About The Position

The Court Operations Legal Analyst is a position within the Court Services Division that advises and supports the Idaho Supreme Court in administering and supporting Idaho trial courts and shaping legal practice in the state. The position works under the general direction of the Senior Manager, Court Access and Operations, and collaborates with justices, judges, division directors, trial court administrators, elected clerks, committees, and members of the Idaho State Bar. The role supports court operations through legal research and analysis, drafting and reviewing court rules, forms, orders, and statutes, policy development, and guidance on case management system processes. It also leads legislative reporting and training initiatives related to electronic filing and service, court forms, processes, and rules. The position may require travel throughout Idaho. The Idaho Supreme Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fairness, integrity, independence, respect, and fair and impartial processes. It seeks to foster an environment that respects the dignity and worth of every person and values contributions to access to justice through merit, experience, and high legal and ethical standards. The Idaho Supreme Court is a qualifying employer under the Federal Public Loan Forgiveness program, subject to certain conditions.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Three to seven years of experience working as a lawyer.
Active membership in the Idaho State Bar.
Knowledge of the Idaho court system, including court processes, jurisdiction, administration, rules, and procedures.
Knowledge of legal principles and their application, and of Idaho court rules and statutes relevant to the courts.
Knowledge of state and local government, legislative, and political systems and processes.
Knowledge of and familiarity with computer-assisted legal research.
Skill in conducting legal research and analysis and helping diverse individuals understand complex processes and procedures.
Skill with software including Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Proofreading skill and attention to detail.
Ability to review, interpret, and apply Idaho statutes, court rules, policies, and procedures.
Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment; communicate ideas and recommendations clearly, verbally and in writing; and present to groups in person or remotely.
Ability to prepare written memoranda quickly and accurately.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with judges, the legal community, the legislature, court staff, state agencies, and others.
Ability to analyze complex issues and develop feasible solutions; work independently with little direction; prioritize and manage time; organize work to meet deadlines across multiple projects; negotiate and develop consensus solutions among competing stakeholders.
Ability to travel throughout the State of Idaho.

Nice To Haves

Prior trial court experience may be preferred.
Experience with precise legal writing, including drafting statutes, rules, and policies, may be preferred.
Knowledge of court case management systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead a cross-divisional team within the Administrative Office of the Courts in drafting the annual Legislative Report summarizing relevant legislative changes and their effects on court rules, forms, and processes.
Lead training efforts on electronic filing and service guidance for court staff and litigants, emphasizing compliance with court rules and best practices.
Analyze state statutes and local ordinances and draft proposed configurations for the offense code table in the case management system (CMS).
Analyze proposed court form amendments for legal accuracy and process efficiency.
Consult with Legal Counsel and Staff Attorneys on legal issues, solutions, and changes to processes, statutes, or rules as needed.
Conduct legal research and make recommendations through written memoranda regarding rule, statute, or form changes.
Analyze court rules for consistency and potential amendment.
Assist with policy development, analysis, and research concerning the state court system.
Work with relevant committees to update and maintain court forms, instructions, and processes.
Draft proposed rules, orders, and statutes.
Recommend CMS process documentation, document security configuration, and rights and roles to the Court Operations Department.
Train court staff on court forms, processes, and rules.
Perform other duties as assigned.