Law Clerk Lycoming County

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, references, writing sample, and a law school transcript.

Job Duties

• Prepare legal memorandums, opinions, and orders for the Judge’s review.
• Perform legal research.
• Analyze factual and legal issues.
• Understand and analyze legal arguments as they are presented by the parties.
• Analyze parties’ briefs and other documents submitted to the Court.
• Prepare files for court proceedings.
• Track case activity.
• Stay apprised of new developments in the law.
• Answer telephone calls.
• Assist the Office of the District Court Administrator and others in answering legal questions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a degree in law.
• Commitment of at least two years to the position; however, the term of the position can be extended or become permanent if desired by the Judge and Law Clerk.
• Knowledge of juvenile delinquency, dependency, and family law preferred, but not required.
• Outstanding legal reasoning and writing skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Possession of strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain tact, composure, and confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Court employees and Court-related personnel.
• Commitment to demonstrating conduct that inspires public confidence and trust in the Courts, preserves the integrity of the Court system, and reflects a commitment to serving the public.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 11 paid holidays in addition to paid time off.
• Defined benefit retirement plan.

Salary information

• $57,310.50 plus an additional 1% increase for each year (12 consecutive months) of related experience (maximum of 12%) plus an additional 1% increase for a license to practice law.