Staff Attorney -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)

About the role

The Administrative Office of the Courts is the operational arm of the Judicial Branch, supporting nearly 3,300 personnel across 406 elected justices, judges, and circuit court clerks.

Responsibilities

• Review process of legal briefs and appellate records, ensuring thorough understanding and organized documentation.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis of case materials for court cases.
• Prepare and edit drafts of opinions, orders, and judgments under guidance.
• Proofread legal documents.
• Communicate with attorneys upon the direction of the judge.
• Support the Court in the creation and delivery of jury instructions with guidance.
• Monitor for and provide summaries of recent legal developments and decisions.

Requirements

• Education: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Experience: None required.
• Special Requirements: Must be licensed and in good standing with the Kentucky Bar Association (KBA).

Qualifications

• Proficient legal research and writing skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines.

Skills

• Legal research and writing skills.
• Communication skills, both written and oral.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Salary range: $51,412.56 - $68,430.24 annually.
• Employment type: Non-Tenured (NT).
• Location: 101 W Main, Richmond, KY 40475 USA.

Pay

• Annual salary: $51,412.56 - $68,430.24.

Schedule

• Full-time position (37.5 hours per week).