Cumberland County, PA · 1 month ago
Judicial Law Clerk - Court Administration
Carlisle, PA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$32.20/hr - $32.20/hr
0+ years expCumberland County, PA is seeking a Judicial Law Clerk to promote judicial economy and efficiency by serving as counsel to the judge. The role involves performing legal research, drafting judicial documents, and assisting in case management to reduce the judges' workload.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Researches, interprets and applies laws, court decisions and other legal authorities in preparation of written judicial opinions, orders, jury instructions, verdict slips, and legal memoranda, and then drafts said documents
Reviews and screens court documents presented to the judge and assists in solving problems regarding cases and issues before the court
Prepares and sends legal correspondence as assigned
Interacts with other internal departments, attorneys, and self-represented litigants frequently in carrying out work duties
Makes preliminary legal determinations including offering suggestions and advising the judge as to the proper outcome, before, during and following legal proceedings
Creates checklists and summaries of law to increase judicial efficiency in review of cases within said body of law and prepares summaries and memoranda on pending matters as requested by the judge
Uses standard practices and guides in resolving issues presented to the Court
Monitors new case law and determines how it may affect ongoing cases
Monitors deadlines set by the Court and tracks cases on the Court’s docket
Monitors appellate deadlines imposed on the Court for submission of Opinions under Pa.R.A.P. 1925 and the transmission of the record
Attends seminars, training, or meetings as required
Performs other job-related duties as required
Assists in general office administrative tasks when needed
Contacts attorneys to gather information for the judge, to assist in scheduling proceedings, to obtain status updates, or to seek concurrence or opposition to filed petitions or motions
Assists self-represented litigants to the extent permissible, including explaining court proceedings and directing them to the necessary person or department
Assists in coordinating the attendance of necessary court personnel and parties for proceedings
Contacts and maintains communication with attorneys appointed to serve as guardian ad litem or court appointed counsel
Collaborates with other law clerks as necessary by sharing information on common topics
Utilizes and manages video conferencing and courtroom technology as needed
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate and admission to the Pennsylvania Bar required
Must maintain active law license by completing annual Continuing Legal Education credits and other requirements as promulgated by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court
Familiarity with the judicial system and Rules of Procedure required
Preferred
Prior legal experience preferred, including prior legal internship
Benefits
Capital Blue Cross Medical Insurance
Health Savings Account
Wellness program with wellness incentives
Capital Blue Cross Vision Insurance
United Concordia Dental Insurance
County Retirement Pension
5% minimum pre-tax contribution required, with the option of increasing your contribution over 5% up to 15% post-tax
Fully vested after 5 years of credited service
Normal Retirement Options: Age 55 with 20 years of credited service
Age 60 with any amount of credited service
Voluntary 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
Military Time Buy Back Options
Vacation
10 days per year, accrued per pay period (Non-Exempt)
15 days per year, accrued per pay period (Exempt)
Increase for both Non-Exempt and Exempt of 5 days per year after 2 years of service
Personal
3 Personal days per year, pro-rated based on starting date
Sick
5 Sick days per year, pro-rated based on starting date
12 Paid County Holidays
No waiting period to receive paid holidays
Educational Assistance
80% of cost of tuition and books up to the annual IRS limit per calendar year (after 6 months of Full-Time Employment)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – certain eligibility requirements must be met
Employee Assistance Program
Resources for: Childcare, Eldercare, Legal, Financial, and Coaching
Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Account
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
Company
Cumberland County, PA
Cumberland County Government exists to serve its residents and provide the most livable community with the most efficient and effective public services in Pennsylvania.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dana Best
CFO
Mark Adams
Chief Information Officer
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