Deputy Judicial Clerk 3 (PhiladelphiaHarrisburg) Commonwealth Court

Established in 1968 the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania is an intermediate appellate court responsible for matters involving state and local governments and appeals from state agencies and the Courts of Common Pleas. The Commonwealth Court is unique as it sits as both an appeals and trial court. You will be joining a distinguished and well-respected organization that provides employees with appropriate compensation excellent benefits and opportunities to learn and grow.

The Honorable Judge Tsai is accepting applications for a second level legal professional for work as a career law clerk within her Philadelphia or H a rrisburg chambers. The interested individual will aid the Judge in researching complex legal issues that are before the court. Outstanding research and writing skills are required.

Primary Duties

• Researches legal data pertinent to caseload of judge to which assigned.
• Reads analyzes and interprets lower court record(s) agency briefs and / or appellate court briefs.
• Searches for interprets and applies statutes court decisions and other legal authorities on points of law involved in the preparation of legal rulings.
• Prepares drafts of opinions orders and memoranda of law.
• Proofreads and reviews circulating opinions.
• Attends court sessions and hearings.
• Assists other clerks in preparation of preliminary memoranda and opinions.

Qualifications

Additional Preferences / Requirements :

Employee Benefits

Salary information

Salary : $78832 - $103063

Starting salary will vary depending upon the qualifications and employment history of the selected candidate.

Commencement : on or after January 5 2026

With your application please submit a resume legal writing sample and references.

Applicants requiring accommodation for any part of the application and / or interview process should contact Human Resources at or

Key Skills

HR Management,IT Business Analysis,Apparel,Communication,Contract Management

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 78832 - 103063