Staff Attorney -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)
About The Position
The Administrative Office of the Courts is the operational arm of Kentucky’s Judicial Branch. Bullitt Circuit Court, Division I, has an immediate need for a Staff Attorney to provide legal support relating to the court’s docket under the direct supervision of a judge. The position involves reviewing legal briefs and appellate and high court records, conducting legal research, preparing legal memoranda, analyzing cases, proofreading legal documents, and taking notes. The Staff Attorney also assists with drafting opinions, orders, and judgments and supports the court in creating and delivering jury instructions, with guidance. The role includes communicating with attorneys at the judge’s direction, monitoring and summarizing recent legal developments and decisions, and performing other assigned duties. Work may take place in an office or courtroom, and in-state travel may be required, primarily within the judge’s jurisdiction.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Must be licensed and in good standing with the Kentucky Bar Association. Attorneys holding a current license in another U.S. state must take every necessary step to become licensed with the Kentucky Bar Association within 18 months of employment.
- Proficient legal research and writing skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Review legal briefs and appellate records, ensuring thorough understanding and organized documentation.
- Conduct comprehensive legal research and analyze case materials for court cases.
- Prepare and edit drafts of opinions, orders, and judgments under guidance.
- Proofread legal documents.
- Communicate with attorneys at the direction of the judge.
- Support the court in creating and delivering jury instructions, with guidance.
- Monitor and provide summaries of recent legal developments and decisions.
- Take notes and prepare legal memoranda.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
