This is legal research work reviewing briefs and similar legal documents, determining pertinent issues, conducting research into statutes, precedents and other circumstances bearing on such issues, and drafting opinions, orders, adjudications and similar documents. The work is performed directly for and under the supervision of an assigned Judge serving on the Court of Common Pleas.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.

Job Duties

Reviews pretrial briefs and other submissions
Conducts research into precedential and related cases, laws, and opinions.
Attends court hearings and trials.
Drafts opinions and orders for cases.
Review and discuss cases with Judge.
Performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a law school that was accredited at the time of matriculation or graduation or;
Must be a member of the Bar of Pennsylvania

Benefits

Healthcare
PTO
Retirement plan

Salary information

$63,297