Description:

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