Research Attorney - Kansas Court of Appeals
About The Position
The Research Attorney performs highly responsible and confidential legal work for the Hon. Karen Arnold-Burger of the Kansas Court of Appeals. The position is based at the Kansas Judicial Center in Topeka, Kansas, and is for a term ending December 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension based on the court’s needs. The attorney reviews briefs and the underlying case record, researches legal questions, and prepares prehearing memoranda based on case facts and applicable law. The attorney provides the judge with information needed for decision-making and performs other tasks as assigned. Some remote work is allowed upon a showing that the attorney can work independently and effectively under deadlines. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript (unofficial accepted), references, and a writing sample. Interviews are scheduled to begin November 2, 2026. The position is open until filled.
Requirements
- Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Currently licensed to practice law in Kansas or a Uniform Bar Exam result transferable to Kansas under Supreme Court Rule 717.
- Ability to recognize and analyze relevant facts, evidence, issues, and applicable law in complex cases.
- Ability to write clearly, thoroughly, concisely, and in an organized manner.
- Ability to work independently and effectively under deadlines for eligibility for some remote work.
Nice To Haves
- Law school GPA in the top one-quarter of the graduating class is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review briefs and the underlying case record.
- Research questions of law presented in cases.
- Prepare prehearing memoranda based on case facts and applicable law.
- Provide the judge with information necessary for decision-making.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the judge.
Benefits
- Kansas Judicial Branch benefits; specific benefits are referenced through the State Employment Center benefits page.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
