This position is a professional-level role that supports Judge Steven R. Serfass and other Judges of the Carbon County Court System by performing legal research, drafting opinions, memoranda, and correspondence, and providing assistance with a variety of other legal responsibilities.
Job Duties: Write opinions, orders, and legal memorandums for the Court.
Review pre-trial memoranda, petitions, motions and other case matters on pertinent issues and applicable laws.
Review divorce matters and supporting documentation and adoption petitions.
Assist Judge with legal correspondence.
Interact with internal departments frequently responding to their inquiries.
Interpret new legal rulings and procedures.
Review and assemble appropriate jury instructions for trial.
Answer telephone and respond to routine inquiries from public and attorneys.
Attend court hearings and trials and take notes.
Research, interpret and apply laws, court decisions and other legal authorities.
Minimum Requirements: Law Degree from an ABA accredited law school required.
Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar preferred, but not required upon hiring; will consider applicants who are awaiting or have only taken the Bar Exam.
Good written communication, research and computer skills necessary.
Salary information: $46,482 - $48,830
