Law Clerk (Attorney) - Superior Court of Pennsylvania

Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts • Pittsburgh, PA

3d • $68,083 - $80,925

About The Position

The Law Clerk is a full-time position and is eligible for benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, beginning on the first day of employment. The attorney supports the Honorable Mary Jane Bowes of the Superior Court of Pennsylvania. The role requires outstanding research and writing skills. It is effective for an initial period of one year. The position commences in Spring 2026, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Requirements

• Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania or attain admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania within twelve months of the date of hire.
• Satisfactory criminal background check required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required
• Knowledge of legal reference materials, research techniques, legal writing styles, and legal citations.

Responsibilities

• Discerns, analyzes, and applies pertinent legal authorities.
• Reviews trial court records and appellate briefs.
• Recommends appropriate dispositions.
• Drafts logical, articulate, and persuasive dispositive memoranda and opinions utilizing the form and style required by Judge Bowes.
• Proofreads and reviews the writings of appellate court judges.
• Satisfies deadlines.
• Attends oral argument sessions and performs related work as required.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with members of the judiciary and departmental administrators.

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, employee assistance programs, and State retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed