Attorney 1 (Civil)

Typical Duties

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

✓ Conduct comprehensive review of trial court dockets 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.

✓ Review petitions for permission to appeal and prepare memoranda and recommendations for review and votes by Motions Panel.

✓ Prepare summaries, recommendations, 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 to resolve various matters involving civil 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 pertaining to appeal docket.

✓ Perform related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

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

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

Salary information

Additional Qualifications/Preferences

✓   Familiarity with Pennsylvania Rules of Appellate Procedure and Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure.

✓   Experience with civil 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.

Job Highlights

• Excellent benefits program, including comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment.
• 13 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days, and 12+ paid vacation days per year.
• Salary increases, student loan forgiveness plans, employee assistance programs, and State retirement plans.
• Telework may be available up to 2 days per week after training.

Starting Salary Range:

$61,926-$81,568

How to Apply

Candidates interested in applying should apply through the Workday website Careers (myworkdayjobs.com). Please submit a resume, cover letter and a list of references. A writing sample (fewer than 10 pages) are desirable, but not required.

Commencement Date: The start date for this position is flexible.