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The law clerk will conduct electronic and manual legal research, complete legal writing and documentation, and conduct civil and criminal case management for judges. This position requires preparation of memoranda, orders, and opinions; evaluation of case law, statutes, and case files; observation of and assistance at court proceedings; meetings and correspondence 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.
Requirements
Juris Doctorate degree required. Previous legal experience preferred. 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, a menu of voluntary benefits that includes dental and Aflac, and other time-off provisions. Hiring range is $41,609 to $44,938 per year for applicants who hold the Bar or $22.87/hour for those without x scheduled 35-hour workweek. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
County of Blair
