Attorney 1 (Criminal)- Philadelphia, Harrisburg or Pittsburgh

Opportunity for hybrid work schedule after first 6 months of employment.

• Review docketing statements, motions (standard and emergency), opinions circulating in Superior Court, and certified records.

• Review trial court dockets thoroughly to determine not only if any jurisdictional issues exist, but any other problems that require attention prior to listing the appeal before a merits panel.

• Prepare summaries and draft orders for review by Motions Judge.

• Prepare summaries, recommendations, and draft orders for review and votes by Motions Panel.

• Assist in research projects requested of Central Legal Staff.

• Work directly with Judges and chambers of the Superior Court of Pennsylvania to resolve various matters involving criminal cases.

• Assist in editing team members’ work.

• Assist in various attorney functions in the relevant office, including , but not limited to, working with Superior Court Prothonotary’s office to resolve issues about the appeal docket.

• Perform related work as required.

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.

• Admitted to and in active standing with the practice of law before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.

Additional Qualifications/Preferences

• Familiarity with Pennsylvania Rules of Appellate Procedure and Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure.

• Experience with criminal matters desired, but not required.

• Prior experience with or before Pennsylvania appellate courts is desired, but not required.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity in the performance of job duties.

• Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Applicants should apply through Workday. Applicants must provide a cover letter and résumé. A list of references and a writing sample (fewer than 10 pages) are desirable, but not required.

Salary information

Starting Annual Salary

$58,799-$77,449