Contract Legal Research Attorney

Mission Statement

The Judicial Department works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado. Together our courts and probation departments are committed to impartial and timely dispute resolution; support for families, litigants, and victims; client rehabilitation; and meaningful community engagement.

STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Provides highly complex legal service performing legal research for the entire bench in a judicial district. Advises judges on research results and assists the judge in developing an appropriate course of action in the case. Writes the first draft of opinions issued by the court. Reviews documents and pleadings filed with the court as assigned by individual judges. Compiles information gained from research on particular issues in a case. Maintains all library materials including book, CD-ROM, and electronic research subscription in more than one location. Recommends library materials for research and reference purposes. Authorizes the use of research materials or the district's law library to those other than district judges. Attends meetings and training as required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Researches legal issues presented by parties during litigation.
• Advises judges on research results and assists the judge in developing an appropriate course of action in the case.
• Writes the first draft of opinions issued by the court.
• Reviews documents and pleadings filed with the court as assigned by individual judges.
• Compiles information gained from research on particular issues in a case.
• Maintains all library materials including book, CD-ROM, and electronic research subscription in more than one location.
• Recommends library materials for research and reference purposes.
• Authorizes the use of research materials or the district's law library to those other than district judges.
• Attends meetings and training as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Graduation from an accredited law school; possession of a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Colorado; and eligibility to practice law before the courts of the State of Colorado.

Physical Demands

• Sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Handle emergency or crisis situations; subject to interruptions, and multiple calls and inquiries.
• Noisy environment.

Additional Comments

Please submit two writing samples with your application.