Criminal Attorney (superior Court)

Pennsylvania Courts

Philadelphia, PA, US
Starting: $61,926-$75,020; maximum: $101,209; bene...
Hybrid
Significant research and writing skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Review dockets, motions, and certified records
This attorney position requires significant research and writing skills for work performed with the Superior Court of Pennsylvania's Central Legal Staff

Job Summary

  • This attorney position requires significant research and writing skills for work performed with the Superior Court of Pennsylvania's Central Legal Staff.
  • The role involves reviewing trial court dockets to determine jurisdictional issues and preparing summaries and draft orders for review by Motions Judges and Panels.
  • Excellent benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans starting on the first day, along with 13 paid holidays and 6 weeks of paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

This attorney position requires significant research and writing skills for work performed with the Superior Court of Pennsylvania's Central Legal Staff.

Salary

Starting: $61,926-$75,020; Maximum: $101,209; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, student loan forgiveness

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Significant research and writing skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Review dockets, motions, and certified records
  • Draft orders and summaries for judges

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with Pennsylvania Rules of Appellate Procedure
  • Experience with criminal matters
  • Prior experience with Pennsylvania appellate courts
  • High level of integrity in job performance

Key Requirements

  • J.D. from ABA-accredited law school
  • Admitted to and in active standing with the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
  • Satisfactory criminal background check required

Work Rights

Must be admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania

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