Judicial Branch Counsel - Office of Judicial Administration
About The Position
The Kansas Supreme Court Office of Judicial Administration seeks a full-time, remote, Kansas-licensed attorney. The position provides legal advice and assistance to judicial branch officers and staff, with work that includes employment law, the Americans with Disabilities Act and related laws, administrative employment hearings, contracts and policy documents, legal research, training, committee support, and project management. Some work-related travel may be required. The successful applicant will have strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills; exceptional organizational, analytical, and project management skills; excellent attention to detail; and the ability to multitask and remain self-motivated. The attorney must be able to work independently, collaborate with others, take direction, meet deadlines, and handle stressful situations.
Requirements
- Degree from an accredited law school.
- Active Kansas law license.
- Strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask and self-motivate.
- Ability to work independently, collaborate with others, and take direction.
- Ability to meet deadlines and handle stressful situations.
Nice To Haves
- Legal experience in employment law, disability law, or contracts.
- Prior law review, judicial research attorney, or appellate experience.
- Demonstrated strong writing and communication skills through undergraduate study or professional experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and assistance to judicial branch officers and staff, including in employment law, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related laws.
- Represent the Judicial Branch at administrative employment hearings.
- Draft, edit, and review contracts, letters, policies, rules, manuals, and other documents.
- Research and draft complex legal memoranda.
- Draft legislative bill summaries.
- Assist with training judges, court managers, and staff.
- Staff judicial branch committees.
- Analyze and apply laws and rules.
- Use Westlaw and other resources to research and analyze legal and policy issues.
- Oversee and manage projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Kansas Judicial Branch benefits are referenced; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
