About this role
This is second level professional legal work as a career law clerk (attorney) to a Judge of the Superior Court. This is professional legal work that may involve supervision of law clerks and interns. The work hours and office schedule for this position are flexible - employees are welcome to work full-time in chambers or utilize a hybrid in-office/remote schedule.
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. • Healthcare flexible spending account. • 6 weeks paid parental leave for eligible employees. • Telework may be available at the discretion of Judge Nichols.
Typical Duties
• Conduct research in preparation for editing and submission of judicial opinions. • Proofread the opinions of other clerks the chambers in preparation of preliminary memoranda and opinions. • Proofread and review circulating opinions of other Superior Court Judges. • Collaborate with other clerks in the chambers in training of new law clerks and interns. • Perform related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
• J.D. from accredited U.S. Law School. • Appellate experience preferred. • Two to three years of progressively responsible legal experience, with some experience in highly responsible and complex appellate work, or any equivalent combination of experience and training. • Admission to and in active standing, to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. • Prior clerkship experience preferred. • Satisfactory criminal background check required.
Salary information Starting Salary Range: $80,606-$97,123 (current maximum salary is $130,157)
Additional Qualifications/Preferences
• Intellectual curiosity and flexibility. • Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into relevant parts, analyze with reference to relevant legal concepts, and present in a concise written document. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. • Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships. • Experience with latest version of Microsoft word. • Strong writing skills.
How to Apply
• Candidates interested in applying should apply through the Workday website Search for Jobs. Please submit a resume, cover letter, a list of references and a writing sample. • Commencement Date: September/October 2026
Applicants requiring accommodation, for any part of the application and/or interview process, should contact Human Resources at (717) 231-3309 or human.resources@pacourts.us.