Attorney-Superior Court of PA (Civil Team)

This position requires exceptional legal research and writing skills for work performed with the Superior Court of Pennsylvania’s Central Legal Staff. The attorney must be able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a statewide team, consistently meeting deadlines. The role involves handling civil law matters and working closely with various judicial chambers and Judges. The primary location is Philadelphia or Harrisburg, with eligibility for a hybrid telework schedule after the first 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Review docketing statements, motions (standard and emergency), opinions circulating in Superior Court, and certified records.
• Conduct comprehensive review of trial court dockets to identify jurisdictional issues or other problems requiring attention prior to listing the appeal before a merits panel.
• Review petitions for permission to appeal and prepare memoranda and recommendations for review and votes by the Motions Panel.
• Prepare summaries, recommendations, and draft orders for review by the Motions Judge and Motions Panel.
• Assist in research projects requested of Central Legal Staff.
• Work directly with Judges and chambers of the Superior Court to resolve civil case matters.
• Assist in editing team members’ work.
• Collaborate with the Superior Court Prothonotary’s office to resolve issues pertaining to the appeal docket.
• Perform related work as required.

Requirements

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

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Pennsylvania Rules of Appellate Procedure and Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Experience with civil matters and prior experience before Pennsylvania appellate courts is desired but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity in job performance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members (effective 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, and employee assistance programs.
• State retirement plans and healthcare flexible spending account.
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for eligible employees.
• Telework eligibility up to 2 days per week after training.

Pay

Starting salary range: $61,926–$81,568 (maximum salary is $101,209).

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule available after the first 6 months of employment, with telework eligibility up to 2 days per week.