Law Clerk (Attorney I) - Court Administration

About the role

The Law Clerk will serve Judge J. Brian Johnson in Civil and Family matters in Lehigh County. He or she will assist the judge in legal research, writing opinions, and court orders. The Law Clerk will also conduct research and review pleadings and documents to prepare the judge for conferences, hearings and trials, attend hearings, trials and conferences, and provide general support and assistance to the judge.

Responsibilities

• Assist Judge J. Brian Johnson in legal research, writing opinions, and court orders.
• Conduct research and review pleadings and documents to prepare the judge for conferences, hearings and trials.
• Attend hearings, trials and conferences.
• Provide general support and assistance to the judge.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an Accredited Law School.
• Strong legal writing and research skills required.
• Detail oriented, well organized, capable of independent work and capable of working well with others.