Job Description

This position requires legal research, legal analysis, and drafting of memoranda, opinions, and other dispositions of issues raised on appeal 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.
• Healthcare flexible spending account.
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for eligible employees.
• Telework may be available at the discretion of Judge Olson.

Typical Duties

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

Minimum Qualifications

• J.D. from accredited U.S. Law School.
• Legal experience with extensive writing, preferably in appellate law, helpful.
• Admission, in good standing, to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania or admission to the Bar within 12 months of appointment.
• Prior clerkship experience helpful.
• Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Starting Salary Range:

$68,083-$80,925

Salary information

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.

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: July 1, 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.