Job Highlights
*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 up to 2 days per week after training.
*Opportunities for advancement to Attorney 2 and Attorney 3 on the CFT team.
Typical Duties
- Prepare well-reasoned written dispositions for the judges of the Superior Court of Pennsylvania within abbreviated deadlines, which requires:
-Researching legal issues;
-Reviewing and analyzing certified records;
-Making legal conclusions;
-Discussing legal issues with judges and/or judicial staff.
- Circulate dispositions to the CFT team for internal editorial process;
- Review disposition drafts of the CFT team and provide constructive feedback;
- Perform related work as required of the CFT program and as requested by the Chief Staff Attorneys.
Minimum Qualifications J.D. from ABA-accredited law school. Admitted to and in active standing with the practice of law before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. 3 to 5 years’ appellate clerkship experience. Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
Salary information
Starting Salary Range: $81,000-$91,000 (maximum salary is $101,209)
Additional Qualifications/Preferences
- Excellent time-management skills.
- Ability to function independently and on a team.
- Demonstrates reliability and trustworthiness.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word and Outlook)
- Satisfactory criminal background check required.
Additional Qualifications/Preferences
- Excellent time-management skills.
- Ability to function independently and on a team.
- Demonstrates reliability and trustworthiness.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word and Outlook)
- Satisfactory criminal background check required.
Skills Required
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- Admission to and active standing with the practice of law before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
- 3 to 5 years of appellate clerkship experience
- Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Excellent time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively on a team
- Reliability and trustworthiness
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook
- Satisfactory criminal background check
What We Do
The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania is the judicial branch of the Pennsylvania government, dedicated to promoting access to justice for all and ensuring accessible and safe courts for all citizens. It encompasses all three levels of Pennsylvania courts—including the Supreme Court, appellate courts, and courts of common pleas—along with their administrative offices.
