This position requires legal research, legal analysis, and drafting of memoranda, opinions, and other dispositions of issues raised on appeal before the Superior Court of Pennsylvania.
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.
- Telework may be available at the discretion of the employing judge.
Typical Duties
- Review appellate briefs, certified records, trial court opinions and court dockets.
- Research legal and procedural issues presented on appeal.
- Draft memoranda, opinions and orders, as assigned.
- Perform related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- J.D. from accredited U.S. Law School.
- 3 years’ legal experience with extensive writing, preferably in appellate law.
- Admission, in good standing, to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania or admission to the Bar within 12 months of appointment.
- Prior clerkship experience helpful.
- Satisfactory criminal background check required.
Starting Salary Range
$68,083-$80,925
Salary information
Additional Qualifications/Preferences
- 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.
How to Apply
- Candidates interested in applying should apply through the Workday website Careers (myworkdayjobs.com). Please submit a resume, cover letter, a list of references and a writing sample. Applications will be accepted through May 22, 2026.
- Commencement Date: On or after August 3, 2026
Applicants requiring accommodation, for any part of the application and/or interview process, should contact Human Resources at (717) 231-3309 or human.resources@pacourts.us.