Law Clerk
Job Posting for Law Clerk at Administrative Office of PA Courts
Established in 1968, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania is an intermediate
appellate court responsible for matters involving state and local governments and
appeals from state agencies and the Courts of Common Pleas. The Commonwealth
Court is unique as it sits as both an appeals and trial court. Therefore, you get two
experiences in one. You will be joining a distinguished and well-respected
organization that provides employees with appropriate compensation, excellent
benefits, and opportunities to learn and grow.
The Honorable Judge Wolf is accepting applicants for a term law clerk within his
Harrisburg chambers. The interested individual will interact with the Judge and
staff extensively while researching complex legal issues. This position will provide the
clerk with foundational experience and is well suited for a recent law school graduate
or for an individual with legal experience. Outstanding research and writing skills are
required.
Law Clerk
• Researches legal data pertinent to caseload of judge to which assigned.
- Reads, analyzes, and interprets lower court record(s), agency briefs, and/or
- Searches for, interprets and applies statutes, court decisions, and other legal
- Prepares drafts of opinions, orders, and memoranda of law.
- Proofreads and reviews circulating opinions.
- Attends court sessions and hearings as needed.
- Performs related work as required.
Posted: November 17, 2023 Status: Full-Time Hire
Department: Judicial Chambers Salary: $61,586—$73,180
Location: Harrisburg Commencement: on or after January 2, 2024
• Graduation from an approved school of law; AND
- Admission, in good standing, to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania or
admission to the Bar within twelve months of appointment.
• A satisfactory criminal background check is required.
Unified Judicial System Hiring Policy
The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania recruits, employs, and promotes the most qualified applicants with-
out regard to their political affiliation, race, color, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, religion, disability, or other non-merit facts or considerations. Reasonable accommodations will be
provided to applicants with disabilities as may be necessary to ensure that all applicants are given a fair and equal
opportunity to compete for all employment positions. Applicants who need accommodation for an interview
should request so in advance. UJS hiring and employment policies and procedures are intended to conform to all
applicable state and federal laws governing fair and non-discriminatory hiring and employment practices and are
subject to change as necessary to remain in compliance with such laws.
Law Clerk
• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits begin on first day of employment.
- Generous annual and sick leave plus thirteen scheduled holidays per year.
- Retirement plan with the State Employees' Retirement System.
- Other benefits and full details can be found at www.pacourts.us under Human
Resources.
Interested individuals should email their cover letter, resume,
references and a legal writing sample to
CommonwealthCourtJobs@pacourts.us.
For recent graduates, please also submit a transcript.
Resumes may be submitted until the position is filled.
• Knowledge of the Unified Judicial System of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- Knowledge of judicial procedure and rules of practice.
- Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, and practices of legal research.
- Skill in analyzing, appraising, and organizing facts, evidence, and material, and
presenting such material in a clear and logical form for oral or written
presentation as opinions, memoranda, orders, or decisions.
- Ability to understand and interpret constitutional provisions, statutes,
- Ability to prepare orders and opinions for judicial approval.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of
- Ability to self-motivate and work with minimal supervision.
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