Job Details

Legal Research Assistant

This position requires legal research, legal analysis, and drafting memoranda, opinions, and other dispositions of issues raised before the Superior Court of Pennsylvania.

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 at the discretion of Judge Ford Elliott.
• Healthcare flexible spending account.
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for eligible employees.

Typical Duties

• Draft memoranda, opinions, orders, and bench memos as assigned.
• Review appellate briefs, certified records, and court dockets.
• Research legal and procedural issues presented on appeal.
• Perform related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Admission and in good standing to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
• J.D. from accredited U.S. Law School.
• Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Salary information

Starting Salary Range: $68,083-$80,25

Additional Qualifications/Preferences

• Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into relevant parts, analyze with reference to relevant legal concepts, and present in a concise written document.
• Intellectual curiosity and flexibility.
• 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.
• Appellate experience or prior clerkship experience preferred.

How to Apply

• Candidates interested in applying should apply through the Workday website Careers (myworkdayjobs.com). 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.