Judicial Attorney/Law Clerk to Justice Megan E. Shanahan
About The Position
Supreme Court of Ohio Justice Megan E. Shanahan is accepting applications for the position of Judicial Law Clerk in her chambers. This position will commence September 2026. Law Clerks/Judicial Attorneys review and analyze arguments presented in a variety of motions and memoranda involving all areas of the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction under Article IV, Section 2(B) of the Ohio Constitution. In addition, Law Clerks/Judicial Attorneys research and prepare initial drafts of merit opinions at the direction of the Justice. The salary for the position will be set based on experience with a range beginning at $110,593.60. A competitive benefits package is also provided. This is a State of Ohio, exempt, unclassified position. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript (copy or unofficial transcript is acceptable at time of application), two letters of recommendation, and two legal-writing samples to [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of submitted materials will begin immediately. The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
Requirements
- Law school graduates
- Licensed to practice and in good standing
- Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and efficiently
Nice To Haves
- Prior clerkship experience with an Appellate Court Judge or a Supreme Court Justice is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review and analyze arguments presented in a variety of motions and memoranda involving all areas of the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction under Article IV, Section 2(B) of the Ohio Constitution.
- Research and prepare initial drafts of merit opinions at the direction of the Justice.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
