Law Clerk

Our hire will conduct electronic and manual legal research, complete legal writing and documentation, and conduct civil and criminal case management for a pool of senior judges. The law clerk requires preparation of memoranda, orders, and opinions; evaluation of case law, statuses, and case files; observation of and assistance at court proceedings; attending meetings and corresponding with attorneys and self-represented litigants; review of case dockets, transcripts, exhibits correspondence, pleadings, and motions; assistance with court arguments, pre-trial conferences, and motion lists; and other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualified applicants must hold a Juris Doctorate degree. Previous legal experience is preferred but not required. Work must be performed onsite in Hollidaysburg, PA, and employer cannot provide work visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package starts first of the month following 30 calendar days and includes 90% employer-paid PPO healthcare with vision and three-tier prescription components, pension plan, public employer's equivalent of 401(k), short-term disability, term life insurance, 14 annual paid holidays and other time-off provisions, and a menu of voluntary benefits that includes dental and Aflac. Hiring range is $41,609 to $44,983 per year for applicants who hold the Bar or $22.87/hour for those without having passed the Bar. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER