Law Clerk Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• J.D. from accredited U.S. Law School.
• Two to three years of progressively responsible legal experience, with some experience in highly responsible and complex appellate work, or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Admission to and in active standing, to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
• Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Nice To Haves

• Appellate experience preferred.
• Prior clerkship experience preferred.
• Intellectual curiosity and flexibility.
• Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into relevant parts, analyze with reference to relevant legal concepts, and present in a concise written document.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships.
• Experience with latest version of Microsoft word.
• Strong writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in research, preparation and editing of judicial opinions.
• Assist other clerks in preparation of preliminary memoranda and opinions.
• Proofread and review circulating opinions of other Superior Court Judges.
• Assist in training of new law clerks.
• Assist in training and overseeing the work and progress of interns.
• Perform related work as required.

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, student loan forgiveness plans, employee assistance programs, and State retirement plans.
• Healthcare flexible spending account.
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for eligible employees.
• Telework may be available at the discretion of Judge Lane.