Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Barbara McDermott

Position SummaryThis is professional legal work as a research assistant supporting the Honorable Barbara A. McDermott of the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania. Work involves providing members of the judiciary with assistance in preparation of writing briefs, opinions, and similar material.By Order of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, effective September 1, 2005, all law clerks employed by judges of the courts of the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania are prohibited from appearing as counsel in the division/section of the court in which the judge by whom they are employed serves.  Further, in courts which have no formally established divisions or sections, the law clerks are prohibited from appearing as counsel in the court itself.In order to apply and be considered for this position, please visit https://fjdcareers.phila.gov/Cyberweb/ to complete an application and upload a resume.Essential FunctionsThe following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all- inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.Researches legal sources for briefs or opinions based on statutory law, decisions and precedents of higher courts.Searches for and studies legal records and documents to obtain data applicable to cases under consideration.Legal research and opinion writingPrepares rough drafts of opinions.Provides all necessary logistical support for judge’s work in courtroom.Assist in maintaining chamber filing system.Manages judicial correspondence. Searches for and studies legal records and documents.Maintains file on case documents and all related correspondence.MARGINAL FUNCTIONSProvides general information pertaining to the assigned functions.Performs other duties and related work as required.ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSStandard courtroom and clerical office conditions.Direct contact with diverse court clientele.In order to apply and be considered for this position, please visit https://fjdcareers.phila.gov/Cyberweb/ to complete an application and upload a resume.Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesStrong organizational skills.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.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a self-directed fashion.Ability to learn and apply, within a reasonable period of time, the components and functions of criminal courtroom proceedings and related computer systems.Ability to learn trial procedures, rules, and regulations required to facilitate court proceedings.Ability to follow written and oral directions and to communicate effectively.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the members of the judiciary, attorneys, associates, employees, and the general public.Considerable knowledge of the components and functions of the justice system.Knowledge of the techniques and processes of legal research.Knowledge of the preparation of motions, petitions, and similar instruments.Ability to prepare, for judicial approval, orders, and opinions.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the judiciary, court personnel, departmental administrators, attorneys, and associates.Ability to use Lexis/Nexis.The First Judicial District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the First Judicial District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.In order to apply and be considered for this position, please visit https://fjdcareers.phila.gov/Cyberweb/ to complete an application and upload a resume