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COURT EXECUTIVE 3B: Counsel’s Office, Office of the Administrative Director, AOC. Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking an experienced attorney with excellent leadership, analytical, litigation and administrative skills to serve as Counsel to the Administrative Director of the Courts. Duties: This position directs the operations of the Litigation and Hearing Officer units within the Counsel’s Office, as well as renders advice to the Administrative Director on complex legal matters. Additionally, Counsel to the Administrative Director serves as liaison with the Attorney General’s Office, assisting Deputy Attorneys General in the discovery, settlement and/or trial of all Judiciary cases pending in the Superior Court, Appellate and Law Divisions, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Division of Civil Rights, Public Employment Relations Commission and other forums. The selected candidate will oversee the conducting of higher-level grievance and disciplinary hearings; oversee and handle pending cases at the Office of Administrative Law; present management’s case at arbitration hearings; provide advice on the legal impact of proposed or recently adopted legislation affecting the Judiciary; and advise the Administrative Director on pending litigation issues. Qualifications: Graduation from an American Bar Association-approved law school. Five years of managerial experience as a practicing attorney, which shall have included responsibility for the development and management of budgets, staff, information systems and administrative operations; development and implementation of programs, policies and procedures; and supervision of professional staff. Broad legal knowledge and extensive legal research and writing experience are helpful. Salary: $93,062 - $127,550. (2008)
PARALEGAL: Office of Trial Court Services, Civil Practice Division – Office of Foreclosure, AOC. Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is actively seeking a paralegal to assist in processing legal documents in the Office of Foreclosure. Duties: The selected candidate will perform specialized technical work under the direction of an attorney, including review of foreclosure files for accuracy of appropriate mortgage documents and pleadings. Responsibilities will also include screening and reviewing foreclosure case files to help prepare cases for final disposition, and preparing written reports that attorneys use to determine if submitted documents and pleadings in foreclosure actions support entry of a final judgment. Under the guidance of an attorney, the selected individual will prepare writs, orders and other court documents, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Judiciary employees, legal professionals, vicinage trial court staff, title companies, pro se litigants and the public. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s degree as a Legal Assistant or in Paralegal Studies, or successful completion of a two-year approved course in Paralegal Training at a recognized educational institution. Certification as a Registered Paralegal (RP) or Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) may be substituted for the required education and experience. Graduation from an American Bar Association-approved law school may be substituted for the required education and experience. This position is limited to a maximum of 944 hours in a given fiscal year (July 1 – June 30). The selected candidate will be expected to work up to 40 hours per week. Knowledge of mortgage foreclosure procedures is desired. Salary: $22.30 per hour. (2009)
FORECLOSURE MEDIATION PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR: Supreme Court of Nevada, Carson City, NV. Summary: This position manages the statewide activities of the Foreclosure Mediation Program within the Legal Division at the direction of the State Court Administrator. The Foreclosure Mediation Program provides services regarding the foreclosure of owner occupied residences in the state of Nevada. In addition to supervising the Program staff and activities, the work involves such management functions as developing policies and procedures, coordinating the training of mediators in association with the State Bar of Nevada, insuring orderly and timely mediation, administering the Program budget, and ensuring overall service effectiveness. Duties: Typical duties will include Developing and directing the implementation and operation of a statewide foreclosure mediation program. Types of disputes to be mediated will be foreclosure actions where owner occupied residences have received a Notice of Default; Planning, organizing, assigning, supervising, reviewing and evaluating the work of the Program staff; Recommending selection of Program staff; train staff and provide for their professional development; administers discipline as required; Recruiting, training, assigning, and evaluating contract mediators; Contributing to the overall quality of the Program’s services by developing goals, objectives, procedures and work standards; Transmitting foreclosure mediation petitions to the appropriate District Court; Building relationships/partnerships through community outreach in furtherance of the Program’s goals; Supporting efforts to attain financial sustainability of the Program which may include grant research, applications for additional funding, and administration; Developing collecting, analyzing, and publishing program performance measures concerning the operations of the program and, as appropriate, making recommendations for improvements; Serving as liaison between the state Supreme Court, District Courts and local courts in maintaining the Program; Performing confidential administrative functions, with attention to detail, such as preparing correspondence, reports, agreements and notices; Providing information to attorneys and litigants regarding the process of foreclosure and the Mediation Program; Preparing and administering the Foreclosure Mediation Program budget in collaboration with the AOC Administrative Division. Qualifications: Juris Doctorate or Master’s Degree in business, management, law, social work, or other behavior science, conflict management/resolution; at least two years of experience mediating disputes with sound knowledge of the mediation process, ethics, applicable state laws and standards of practice and six or more years of relevant progressively responsible professional experience including two years of lead or supervisory experience. Must have ability to maintain confidences, exercise sound judgment and discretion, work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with the Court, staff, district and local judges, community agencies, State Bar, lenders and the general public. Salary: $67,692.96 - $102,228.48. (2009)
UNPAID LEGAL INTERN: Counsel’s Office, AOC. Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a legal intern to join Counsel’s Office. Duties: Under the general direction of the Acting Counsel or designees, the selected candidate will conduct legal research, analyze legal data and draft legal memoranda. Qualifications: Current student or graduate of an accredited law school approved by the American Bar Association. Must be at least 21 years of age, agree to take an oath of confidentiality, possess excellent communication and legal writing skills, and strong interpersonal skills are essential. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is helpful. Salary: Unpaid. (2009)
ATTORNEY 2: Office of Attorney Ethics, Supreme Court of New Jersey, Administrative Office of the Courts. Summary: Seeking an attorney to act as Deputy Ethics Counsel and assist in the investigation, detection, analysis and litigation of attorney discipline cases involving violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct. Duties: The selected indivudiual will litigate matters before special masters and hearing panels, present appellate cases before the Disciplinary Review Board and the Supreme Court of New Jersey as well as render advice to the District Ethics Committees. Qualifications: Graduation from an American Bar Association-approved law school. Three years of experience as an attorney in the public or private practice of law. Admission to practice and current good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey. Salary: $72,878 - $106,146. (2009)
ATTORNEY ADVISOR: Family Court, District of Columbia Courts. Duties: Reviews records for compliance with all statutory timelines outlined in federal and District of Columbia Adoption and Safe Families Act (D.C. ASFA). Participates in the preparation of summary findings and documentation of improvements required by the Family Court and related agencies to comply with the requirements of ASFA. Develops case specific plans for remedial improvements with specific goals and timetables. Provides to the Family Court monthly progress reports regarding the status of designated case groups as to compliance with ASFA timelines. Reviews all related cases and prepares summary of nature of cases and disposition. Monitors and tracks changes in legislation that impact abuse and neglect cases. Provides legal advice and impact analysis to Family Court Director regarding pending and/or newly enacted Family Law legislation. Conducts training on ASFA for Family Court judicial and non-judicial staff. Qualifications: A law degree. Must be a member of the District of Columbia Bar with a minimum of five (5) years of practice overall and a minimum of three (3) years recent experience devoted to the practice of Neglect and Abuse cases at all levels (Trial, Administrative and Appellate level) in the District of Columbia. Please submit a copy of your most recent performance evaluation with your application, if available. Active bar identification number must be attached at the time your application is submitted. Salary: $86,927 - $113,007. (2009)
ASSISTANT CITY PROSECUTOR III: Community Prosecution, Phoenix, AZ. Summary: The Community Prosecutor seeks to improve the quality of life in Phoenix and to solve community problems for the long term by developing and executing strategies with members of the community along with government and private entities. We are seeking to fill two temporary / full-time grant funded positions in the Law Department. It is anticipated that the length of the grant for these positions will be three years. Duties: The community prosecutor participates in specialized legal and administrative assignments, performs legal research, drafts legal memoranda, and handles appellate oral arguments in the highest courts in the state and federal systems. Incumbents are assigned to specific neighborhoods, each with a local office, so they are accessible to their neighborhoods and residents and work with them building community and solving problems for the long term. Each community prosecutor is also the liaison to a police precinct and Neighborhood Services area, working closely with police and inspectors to resolve blight and crime problems. Duties include prosecuting both civil and criminal cases and handling myriad courtroom responsibilities from the charging stage through trial and to appeal. Incumbents also serve as advocates and representatives for the City and its residents before the Arizona State Liquor Board. Qualifications: Graduated from an accredited school of law. Be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Arizona. Have three years of experience as a practicing attorney in the area of criminal law. Have knowledge of federal and state constitutional and statutory provisions relating to municipalities and the rights of persons in the justice system. Salary: $76,211 - $120,078. (2009)
ATTORNEY – ASSISTANT FAMILY LAW FACILITATOR: Marin County Superior Court, California. Summary: The attorney will provide legal support to the Family Law Facilitator Office at the Marin Legal Self-Help Center. Duties: Under direction of the Family Law Facilitator, the position provides assistance to customers with family law issues; distributes and assists in the completion of court forms; provides educational and instructional materials to self-represented parents; prepares guideline support calculations; performs legal research; and prepares reports as required. Qualifications: Requires a JD Degree and two years experience as an attorney with an emphasis in family law. Applicants must be active members in good standing of the California State Bar. Bilingual skills in the Spanish language are highly desirable. Salary: $76, 814. (2009)
RESEARCH ATTORNEY: Superior Court of California, Marin County. Summary: Under direction, provides general legal support to the Judges and Commissioners of the Superior Court; analyzes civil motions and civil and criminal appeals, drafts detailed legal memoranda, makes recommendations to the Judges on motions and appeals, drafts proposed orders explaining the basis of the Court’s ruling, and performs related work as required. Duties: Analyzes motions involving all areas of civil law and analyzes appeals made to the Superior Court Appellate division for both civil and criminal law; identifies and analyzes factual and legal issues relevant to the disposition of matters before the court. Reads all relevant material pertaining to Court’s file and reviews cases cited by parties. Conducts research and advises judicial officers both in writing and orally on issues arising during trial or in other matters they are considering; indexes memos and legal research. Drafts proposed and final orders; drafts memoranda explaining law, analyzing law and facts, and makes appropriate recommendations. Reviews tentative rulings for errors before issuance and makes changes as needed; gives proposed tentative rulings to judges for review and records tentative rulings. Consults with other Research Attorneys, volunteers, and externs on issues arising in motions/appeals on which they are working. Brings errors in the filing of papers or scheduling of motions to the attention of appropriate Court staff. Reviews and monitors changes in State statutes and rules to ensure the compliance of local rules; considers, recommends, and drafts new local rules which would ensure better functioning of the Law and Motion and the Appellate Divisions. Meets and confers with other research attorneys from other Superior Courts, the Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court. Participates in the selection process for new hires; may assist in the supervision of externs as required, and may perform some supervisory functions in the absence of Supervising Research Attorney. Qualifications: Juris Doctor Degree and current active membership in the State Bar of California required, and two years of professional work experience as a law clerk which included legal research. Salary: $83,345 - $101,004. (2009)
STAFF ATTORNEY: Supreme Court of Nevada, Criminal Division, AOC. Carson City, NV. Summary: The Criminal Division of the Nevada Supreme Court’s Central Legal Staff is accepting applications for a staff attorney position. Duties: Under the direction of the court and the Legal Counsel for the Criminal Division, staff attorneys in the Criminal Division assist the court in resolving motions and screening for jurisdiction in criminal appeals, advise the court regarding all types of criminal appeals and writ petitions through written memoranda or oral presentations, and prepare written dispositions for the court in criminal appeals and writ petitions. Staff attorneys must possess superior legal research, writing, and oral presentation skills, must be flexible, and must be capable of working independently. Qualifications: Applicants must have graduated from an ABA accredited law school and need not be licensed to practice law in Nevada, but should be willing and able to take the Nevada bar examination at the next available opportunity. No prior legal experience is necessary; however, 1 to 3 years of trial or appellate experience in criminal law or experience of a similar length with a court is desirable. Salary: $62,180 – $95,650. (2008)
CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR: State Bar of Nevada. Summary: This senior management position with the State Bar of Nevada provides leadership to the statewide continuing legal education program. The program consists of over 40 live seminars offered annually, two conferences and a menu of self-study programs. As principal of the program the director provides vision and leadership to the education initiatives of the state bar. Duties: Responsibilities include directing the development, delivery and sales of innovative educational programs for attorneys. The director of the program proposes and implements CLE polices and projects, plans and executes the annual budget, supervises the staff and works with the CLE Committee (an all volunteer committee). Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree is required in business, legal or education related field. Ten years of adult education experience, with at least five years of senior level experience is required. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with the application of adult education principles and best practices in the development and delivery of curriculum and education programs (traditional and nontraditional formats). Excellent leadership, organizational and communication skills required along with a demonstrated ability to plan coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience in working with a volunteer based management structure desired.
ADOPTION LEGAL ASSISTANT: Family Court, 500 Indiana Avenue, NW, Washington D.C. Duties: The work of Adoption Legal Assistant involves the review of all filings relating to the relinquishments of parental rights and adoptions for compliance with legal requirements. The incumbent also assists in the case processing of adoptions and terminations of parental rights by preparing proposed orders, decrees and case status reports. The incumbent will also be responsible for overseeing the preparation of calendars, providing quality review and assurance in adoption and termination of parental rights matters, drafting orders of reference, show cause orders and other appropriate orders under the direction of the Judge in the adoption assignment. Coordinates with appropriate representatives of Child and Family Services Agency, Office of the Attorney General and attorneys assigned to cases. Provides technical assistance and makes recommendations to the Branch Chief and Family Court Director for the development and improvement of programs, practices and procedures that impact the section. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Criminal Justice or a related field and a paralegal certificate, plus three (3) years of experience in a court or law agency. Equivalent combinations of relevant education may be substituted for general experience on a year-to-year basis. If education is substituted for experience, proof of degree and paralegal certificate must be submitted with application. Please submit a copy of your most recent performance evaluation, if available, with your application. Salary: $58,206 - $75,669 (2008)
ASSISTANT LEGAL COUNSEL: State of Oregon, Judicial Department, Office of the State Court Administrator, Court Programs and Services Division. Salem, Oregon. Summary: This position is under the direct supervision of Deputy State Court Administrator for Program Operations. Duties: Typical job duties include, but are not limited to, the tasks listed below. Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate work load and organizational needs. Perform legal research and writing involving questions of law arising from management and administration of the trial courts, appellate courts, and the Office of the State Court Administrator. Advise the State Court Administrator regarding interpretation and implementation of law and administrative policies. Analyze existing, proposed, and new legislation for impact on Judicial Department operations. Attend legislative committee hearings, and testify and/or lobby for Judicial Department interests before the legislature as assigned or directed. Provide staff support to various committees for the purpose of reviewing committee recommendations for compliance with existing legal requirements or to assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures. Respond to inquiries from judges, trial court staff, attorneys, and the public on criminal court-related legal matters as required. Represent the interests of the OJD on numerous internal and external workgroups. Assist the trial courts in the implementation of best practices in the criminal law arena. Participate in Oregon eCourt projects as needed to ensure that criminal court and stakeholder needs are successfully integrated into new judicial department case management and data transfer programs. Provide assistance as needed for the Application/Contribution program. Supervise law clerks as needed. Qualifications: You must have graduated from an accredited law school, be an active member of the Oregon State Bar and have at least four years post-law degree experience in the practice of law. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Oregon State Bar, or who are inactive, must become an active member of the Oregon State Bar within one year from the date of hire. This position requires experience and knowledge of criminal law and criminal justice procedures. Knowledge of and experience in the legislative process is highly desirable. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Salary: $5727.00 - $8881.00 (monthly). (2008)
PARALEGAL FACILITATOR: Family Court, 500 Indiana Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. Duties: Incumbent will provide administrative support to the Family Law Attorney Facilitator and assist the public by providing legal assistance and information to unrepresented individuals with questions or matters in any branch of the Family Court. These areas include divorce, separation, annulment, custody, visitation, child support, alimony, and marital property. In addition, incumbent will provide referral information on child abuse, guardianship, adoption, mental health and other Family Court actions. Assists litigants with preparation and filing of pro se pleadings and other materials used in the Family Court. Reviews litigant’s intake documents to determine financial eligibility for free or reduced fee legal services. Maintains database related to the services provided by the Self Help Center. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Criminal Justice or a related field and a paralegal certificate, plus two (2) years of experience in a court or law agency. Equivalent combinations of relevant education may be substituted for general experience on a year-to-year basis. If education is substituted for experience, proof of degree and paralegal certificate must be submitted with application. Please submit a copy of your most recent performance evaluation, if available, with your application. Salary: $52,979 - $68,875(2008)
ATTORNEY 2 – CONFIDENTIAL: Central Appellate Research, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a qualified candidate with proven ability in legal research and writing, and an interest in the intellectual challenges presented by the most complex appeals before the Appellate Division. Duties: This person will work with other research attorneys on one of the country’s largest central research staffs. The selected candidate will be supervised by the Director of Central Appellate Research or another Court Executive. The selected candidate will read trial and agency records, research legal issues and prepare legal memoranda on cases of the highest level of difficulty; he or she will also work on cases that are specially assigned to the staff by the judges and prepare short memos on summary disposition motions. Qualifications: Graduation from an ABA-approved law school. Three years of experience as an attorney in the public or private practice of law, including professional legal research and analyzing and evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations, and legislation. Excellent research and writing skills are essential. Admission to practice and current good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey. Salary: $70,755 - $103,055. (2008)
ATTORNEY 1 – CONFIDENTIAL: Central Appellate Research, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a qualified candidate with proven ability in legal research and writing, and an interest in the intellectual challenges presented by appeals before the Appellate Division. Duties: This person will work with other research attorneys on one of the country’s largest central research staffs. The selected candidate will be supervised by the Director of Central Appellate Research or another Court Executive. The selected candidate will read trial and agency records, research legal issues and prepare legal memoranda on cases of the intermediate level of difficulty; he or she will also work on cases that are specially assigned to the staff by the judges and prepare short memos on summary disposition motions. Qualifications: Graduation from an ABA-approved law school. One year of experience as an attorney in the public or private practice of law, including professional legal research and analyzing and evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations, and legislation or one year of experience as a New Jersey Judicial law clerk. Excellent research and writing skills are essential. Admission to practice and current good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey. Salary: $57,835 - $90,135 (2008)
ASSISTANT LEGAL COUNSEL: Staff Counsel, Criminal Law. State of Oregon, Judicial Department, Office of the State Court Administrator, Court Programs and Services Division, Salem, Oregon. Summary: Duties: This position is under the direct supervision of Deputy State Court Administrator for Program Operations. Typical job duties include, but are not limited to, the tasks listed below. Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate work load and organizational needs. Perform legal research and writing involving questions of law arising from management and administration of the trial courts, appellate courts, and the Office of the State Court Administrator. Advise the State Court Administrator regarding interpretation and implementation of law and administrative policies. Analyze existing, proposed, and new legislation for impact on Judicial Department operations. Attend legislative committee hearings, and testify and/or lobby for Judicial Department interests before the legislature as assigned or directed. Provide staff support to various committees for the purpose of reviewing committee recommendations for compliance with existing legal requirements or to assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures. Respond to inquiries from judges, trial court staff, attorneys, and the public on criminal court-related legal matters as required. Represent the interests of the OJD on numerous internal and external workgroups. Assist the trial courts in the implementation of best practices in the criminal law arena. Participate in Oregon eCourt projects as needed to ensure that criminal court and stakeholder needs are successfully integrated into new judicial department case management and data transfer programs. Provide assistance as needed for the Application/Contribution program. Supervise law clerks as needed. Qualifications: You must have graduated from an accredited law school, be an active member of the Oregon State Bar and have at least four years post-law degree experience in the practice of law. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Oregon State Bar, or who are inactive, must become an active member of the Oregon State Bar within one year from the date of hire. This position requires experience and knowledge of criminal law and criminal justice procedures. Knowledge of and experience in the legislative process is highly desirable. Salary: $5555.00 - $8614.00/mth. (2008)
ASSISTANT COUNSEL TO THE CHIEF JUSTICE 1: Judicial Branch Building, Des Moines, Iowa. Duties: Under the direction of the counsel to the chief justice, assists with a wide range of duties related to supporting the court’s governance responsibilities, in particular responsibilities related to the promulgation of court rules, assists with a wide range of activities connected with the development of statewide judicial branch policies, and assists with other duties as assigned by the counsel to the chief justice. Assists with the preparation and distribution of the agendas and minutes of the judicial council. Monitors progress of action items for the council and assists with the implementation of council decisions and recommendations. Assists with the formulation and analysis of proposals for policies, legislation and rules relating to the administration of justice. Assists with a wide range of activities related to the judicial branch legislative program; reviews, analyzes and monitors proposed legislation that affects the court system or is of interest to the courts; prepares amendments and talking points; meets with legislators as needed to provide information about legislation affecting the courts; and prepares bill status summaries and a final report. Assists the court with the formulation, development and promulgation of court rules and administrative orders; writes summaries and articles to describe the meaning and impact of new and amended rules, forms and orders. Staffs and supports the court’s advisory committees as needed. Assists the judicial branch communications staff with responses to public inquiries and media requests and assists with the preparation of public information and public outreach materials. Handles other matters as may be assigned by the counsel to the chief justice. Qualifications: Graduation from an ABA accredited law school; admitted to practice law in Iowa; a minimum of five years of practice while licensed to practice law in Iowa, another state or the District of Columbia. At least three years experience working for courts or government or in a government affairs capacity for an association, corporation or other organization, preferred. Salary: $71,864 - $102,294.40 (2008)
LEGAL COUNSEL TO THE STATE COURT ADMINISTRATOR 1: Judicial Branch Building, Des Moines, Iowa. Summary: Duties: Under general supervision provides legal counsel and advice to the State Court Administrator. Provides legal advice, research and analysis on legal questions involving court administration. Provides legal advice, research and analysis on legal questions and policy for the Iowa Court Information System (ICIS). Supervises and coordinates the review of procedures manuals, operational manuals, benchbooks, and other legal materials, including review and comment, research or redrafting and periodic updating. Assists State Court Administrator in implementation of new legislation, court rules and administrative directives. Provides guidance and support to clerks of court, juvenile court services, and district court administration to insure consistency statewide. Advises on policies and procedures that impact management and administration of state court administration and courts statewide. Responds to inquiries from judges, court administrators and other staff regarding matters affecting the district court. Advises judicial branch personnel on public records requests and answers questions regarding public records issues. Provide legal and policy analysis and advice to the State Court Administrator. Staffs SCA committees and prepares legal analysis as needed. Qualifications: Graduation from an ABA accredited law school; admitted to practice law in Iowa; a minimum of five years of practice while licensed to practice law in Iowa, another state or the District of Columbia. At least three years experience working for courts or government, preferred. Salary: $71,864 - $102,294.40 (2008)
DEPUTY LEGAL COUNSEL: Idaho Judicial Branch. Summary: Under the supervision of the Legal Counsel, the Deputy Legal Counsel performs highly responsible legal work for the Idaho Judiciary. Duties: Develop rules of procedure and practices in family law, domestic violence, child protection, and juvenile justice areas. Assist in the development of civil rules of procedure. Conduct or coordinate legal research at the request of Administrative Conference, magistrate judges, district judges, senior judges, and the Administrative Director of the Courts. Develop and maintain bench guides, handbooks, and curricula in coordination with the Judicial Education Committee. Assist in the planning and administration of district law clerk training. Assist the Legal Counsel with negotiation, review, and development of legal contracts. Serve as reporter to certain Court committees. Assist with policy development and analysis for the state court system. Provide legal advice, research, and analysis on legal issues involving court administration. Make presentations at judicial and non-judicial education programs. Assist Staff Attorney with motion practice and petitions for review, and Legal Counsel with special projects. Lead and/or Serve on policy or special project task forces and committees. Qualifications: Possession of a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Active member of the Idaho State Bar. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Idaho State Bar, or who are inactive, must become an active member of the Bar by October 7, 2009. Minimum of three years legal experience after law school. Salary: $55,000 - $85,000 DOE (2008)
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY: NCJFCJ, Reno Nevada. Summary: An Associate-level Attorney position is currently available in the Family Violence Department. The Attorney Associate must have an understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence and experience working in the domestic violence field, experience working with the judiciary, and knowledge about protection orders, custody and visitation, and child protection services issues in domestic violence cases. Duties: Under supervision of department Assistant Director or Director, the successful candidate will undertake successful grant writing, project initiation and coordination, time management and organizational tasks in order to carry out various projects in the Family Violence Department (FVD) addressing the law and domestic violence as it pertains to protection orders, custody and visitation, and child protection interventions. The person in this position will provide legal perspective and legal research on domestic violence issues as requested and will be responsible for timely fulfillment of grant conditions as necessary. Heavy emphasis on effective research writing, facilitation, and speaking ability is required. Qualifications: a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school; excellent analytical, writing, and research skills; a superior knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence and the intersection with juvenile and family justice, including protection order issues, custody and visitation issues, and child protection issues; the ability to design, coordinate, and complete projects that improve the justice system’s response to the public; strong organizational skills, with an attention to detail; a familiarity with Westlaw and tracking legislative issues is strongly desired; the ability to work collaboratively with NCJFCJ staff, partner organizations, other domestic violence advocacy groups, the judiciary, project advisory committees and subcommittees, and volunteers; strong speaking and presenting skills; and proficiency with word processing software. Salary: $51,000 - $68,000 (2008)
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY: Summary: An Associate-level Attorney position is currently available in the Family Violence Department. The Attorney Associate must have an understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence and experience working in the domestic violence field, experience working with the judiciary, and knowledge about protection orders, custody and visitation, and child protection services issues in domestic violence cases. Duties: Under supervision of department Assistant Director or Director, the successful candidate will undertake successful grant writing, project initiation and coordination, time management and organizational tasks in order to carry out various projects in the Family Violence Department (FVD) addressing the law and domestic violence as it pertains to protection orders, custody and visitation, and child protection interventions. The person in this position will provide legal perspective and legal research on domestic violence issues as requested and will be responsible for timely fulfillment of grant conditions as necessary. Heavy emphasis on effective research writing, facilitation, and speaking ability is required. Qualifications: a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school; excellent analytical, writing, and research skills; a superior knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence and the intersection with juvenile and family justice, including protection order issues, custody and visitation issues, and child protection issues; the ability to design, coordinate, and complete projects that improve the justice system’s response to the public; strong organizational skills, with an attention to detail; a familiarity with Westlaw and tracking legislative issues is strongly desired; the ability to work collaboratively with NCJFCJ staff, partner organizations, other domestic violence advocacy groups, the judiciary, project advisory committees and subcommittees, and volunteers; strong speaking and presenting skills; and proficiency with word processing software. Salary: $51,000 - $68,000 (2008)
DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL: Trenton, Newark and Voorhees, Department of Law and Public Safety. Summary: The Division of Law currently has openings for the position of Deputy Attorney General. The Division of Law is divided into 28 sections. Duties: There are opportunities available for beginning and seasoned attorneys. Comprehensive in-service training and supervision are offered. Deputy Attorneys General represent state interests in state and federal trial and appellate courts and may try cases, file appellate briefs and present oral arguments. If you are interested in an attorney position where you have the opportunity to appear in court and be responsible for your own cases, this may be a position that meets your needs. Qualifications: Juris Doctor degree. Applicants should be self-motivated, capable of sound legal analytical work and have an ability to write clearly and effectively. This is a full time position. Prior experience as a judicial clerk is an asset, but is not required. Salary: DOE. (2008)
ASSISTANT LEGAL COUNSEL: State of Oregon, Office of the State Court Administrator, Legal Counsel Division, Salem, Oregon Summary: Duties: This position is under the direct supervision of Legal Counsel to the State Court Administrator. Typical job duties include, but are not limited to, the tasks listed below. Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate workload and organizational needs. Prepare, evaluate, negotiate, recommend, and coordinate a variety of contracts and intergovernmental agreements for trial courts, appellate courts, and the Office of the State Court Administrator. Perform legal research and writing involving questions of law arising from management and administration of the trial courts, appellate courts, and the Office of the State Court Administrator. Advise Legal Counsel and the State Court Administrator regarding interpretation and implementation of law and administrative policies. Communicate with judges, court staff, attorneys and the public on court related matters. Qualifications: You must have a minimum of three years of increasingly responsible experience in the practice of law, significant experience with contract law, extensive knowledge of legal principles and their application, excellent writing and communication skills, and possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. In addition to the experience described above, knowledge of any of the following areas of law is desirable: information technology, intellectual property, licensing, IT confidentiality and electronic security, public contract law and collections. Active Membership in the Oregon State Bar is required. However, applications will be accepted from attorneys licensed to practice law in another state or if on inactive status with the Oregon State Bar. If selected, such an applicant will be hired in the Executive Analyst classification and will be expected to take and pass the next available Oregon State Bar exam or be admitted to active practice at the earliest possible opportunity. The applicant will be reclassified to the Assistant Legal Counsel classification when active membership in the Oregon State Bar is obtained. Preference will be given to current members of the Oregon State Bar. Salary: $5555.00 - $8614.00/month (2008)
ASSISTANT FEDERAL DEFENDER: Office of the Federal Defender, District of Eastern Missouri. Duties: The Office of the Federal Defender for the District of Missouri Eastern has an opening for an Assistant Federal Defender in the St. Louis office. The office operates under authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3006A, to provide services to indigent persons in federal criminal cases. Qualifications: Applicant must have the ability to immediately undertake the defense of major criminal cases in the United States District Court, as well as in the Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. Applicant must be an active member in good standing of the bar in any state. Applicant must have substantial criminal trial experience, excellent research and writing skills and oral advocacy skills. Accounting and/or business background is a plus. Fluent Spanish is a plus. A reputation for integrity and a commitment to the representation of those unable to afford counsel are required qualities. An Assistant Federal Defender may not engage in the private practice of law. Salary: DOE (2008)
STAFF ATTORNEY: Supreme Court of Nevada, Carson City, NV. Duties: Under the direction of the court and the Legal Counsel for the Criminal Division, staff attorneys in the Criminal Division assist the court in resolving motions and screening for jurisdiction in criminal appeals, advise the court regarding all types of criminal appeals and writ petitions through written memoranda or oral presentations, and prepare written dispositions for the court in criminal appeals and writ petitions. Staff attorneys must possess superior legal research, writing, and oral presentation skills, must be flexible, and must be capable of working independently. Qualifications: Applicants must have graduated from an ABA accredited law school and need not be licensed to practice law in Nevada, but should be willing and able to take the Nevada bar examination at the next available opportunity. No prior legal experience is necessary; however, 1 to 3 years of trial or appellate experience in criminal law or experience of a similar length with a court is desirable. Salary: $59,800 – $91,970 DOE (2008)
APPELLATE COURT ATTORNEY: Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Los Angeles, California. Summary: Division Three of the California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District located in Los Angeles, is accepting applications for an attorney position. Duties: Duties of a chambers attorney include: assisting in the drafting of bench memoranda and opinions in assigned cases and reviewing memoranda and proposed opinions in cases assigned to other justices of the Court of Appeal. These responsibilities require that the attorney carefully and accurately review appellate briefs, trial records, and other documents; thoroughly research and analyze existing law; draft clear, concise and well-organized memoranda and proposed opinions; and make recommendations regarding the resolution of legal issues before the court. The attorney must also perform other related work as required. Qualifications: Active membership in the State Bar of California and: Level C: Equivalent of three years of post-bar legal experience; or, one year of experience as an appellate attorney, Level B, with the judicial branch. Level D: Equivalent of four years of post-bar legal experience; or, one year of experience as an appellate attorney, Level C, with the judicial branch. Additional experience in excess of the minimum qualifications in civil trial or appellate litigation; Experience in exercising adjudicatory (as opposed to solely advocacy) skills; Exceptional research, analytical and writing skills; Broad and practical knowledge of the law; Familiarity with appellate practice; Mature and sound judgment; Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the staff and court; and Ability to discuss issues thoroughly and to work independently while welcoming supervision and editing of one’s work product. Salary: $6,692 – $10,278 monthly (2008)
PARALEGAL: Criminal Division, Nevada Supreme Court, Carson City, Nevada. Summary: This position is with the Criminal Division of the Nevada Supreme Court’s Central Legal Staff and under the general supervision of the Legal Counsel of the Criminal Division. This position provides paralegal services for the staff attorneys working in the Criminal Division. Duties: This position requires the ability to: proofread legal documents for accuracy, proper grammar, and proper citation format; research, analyze, and apply legal principles, facts, and precedents to legal problems; conduct legal research utilizing a variety of computerized databases; present statements of law and fact clearly, accurately, and logically in written and oral form; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and develop and maintain effective relationships with staff attorneys and other court employees. This position will be required to proofread and check citations in documents prepared by attorneys; research and analyze statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, and other documents; prepare legal documents such as memos and orders for review and approval by attorneys; maintain staff library; maintain electronic databases; input data in electronic case management system; attend meetings and training as required. This position is located in Carson City, Nevada. Qualifications: Applicants must have graduated from an accredited college or university with an associate’s or bachelor’s degree AND have one year of paralegal experience. Must have a paralegal certificate obtained through a paralegal studies program approved by the American Bar Association or from an accredited college or university. Work experience in the legal services field which provided the same kind, amount, and level of knowledge acquired in the required education may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $40,298 — $65,082 (2008)
PARALEGAL:
Office of Trial Court Services, AOC, Trenton,
NJ. Summary: The New
Jersey Judiciary is actively seeking a paralegal to assist in
processing legal documents in the Office of Foreclosure. The
selected candidate will perform specialized technical work under
the direction of an attorney, including review of foreclosure
files for accuracy of appropriate mortgage documents and
pleadings. Duties: Responsibilities will also include screening and reviewing
foreclosure case files to help prepare cases for final
disposition, and preparing written reports that attorneys use to
determine if submitted documents and pleadings in foreclosure
actions support entry of a final judgment. Under the guidance of
an attorney, the selected individual will prepare writs, orders
and other court documents, and establish and maintain effective
working relationships with other Judiciary employees, legal
professionals, vicinage trial court staff, title companies, pro
se litigants and the public. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with an
Associate’s degree as a Legal Assistant or in Paralegal
Studies, or successful completion of a two year approved course
in Paralegal Training at a recognized educational institution.
Two years of experience as a paralegal involving the preparation
and/or review of drafts of contracts, briefs, motions,
affidavits, or other legal documents and/or in the analysis of
judicial decisions, legal opinions, rulings, memoranda, and/or
other legal material in a law firm, legal tribunal, or
organization where the primary function is research, enactment,
enforcement, or litigation of legal matters. Certification as a
Registered Paralegal (RP) or Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) may
be substituted for the required education and experience.
Graduation from an American Bar Association – approved law
school may be substituted for the required education and
experience. Knowledge of mortgage foreclosure procedures is
desired. Salary: $22.30 per hour. (2008)
ATTORNEY
2 – CONFIDENTIAL: Central
Appellate Research, AOC,
Trenton,
NJ. Summary: The New
Jersey Judiciary is seeking a qualified candidate with proven
ability in legal research and writing, and an interest in the
intellectual challenges presented by the most complex appeals
before the Appellate Division. Duties: This person will work with other research attorneys on one
of the country’s largest central research staffs. The selected
candidate will be supervised by the Director of Central
Appellate Research or another Court Executive. The selected
candidate will read trial and agency records, research legal
issues and prepare legal memoranda on cases of the highest level
of difficulty; he or she will also work on cases that are
specially assigned to the staff by the judges and prepare short
memos on summary disposition motions. Qualifications:
Graduation from an ABA-approved law school. Three years of
experience as an attorney in the public or private practice of
law, including professional legal research and analyzing and
evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations, and legislation.
Excellent research and writing skills are essential. Admission
to practice and current good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in
the State of
New Jersey. Salary: $69,130-$100,688. (2007)
ATTORNEY
1 – CONFIDENTIAL: Central
Appellate Research, AOC,
Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New
Jersey Judiciary is seeking a qualified candidate with proven
ability in legal research and writing, and an interest in the
intellectual challenges presented by appeals before the
Appellate Division. Duties:
This person will work with other research attorneys on one
of the country’s largest central research staffs. The selected
candidate will be supervised by the Director of Central
Appellate Research or another Court Executive. The selected
candidate will read trial and agency records, research legal
issues and prepare legal memoranda on cases of the intermediate
level of difficulty; he or she will also work on cases that are
specially assigned to the staff by the judges and prepare short
memos on summary disposition motions. Qualifications: Graduation from an ABA-approved law school. One year
of experience as an attorney in the public or private practice
of law, including professional legal research and analyzing and
evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations, and legislation
or one year of experience as a New Jersey Judicial law clerk.
Excellent research and writing skills are essential. Admission
to practice and current good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in
the State of
New Jersey. Salary: $56,507-$88,065. (2007)
ASSOCIATE
LEGAL COUNSEL: Denver,
CO. Summary: Provides legal counsel within the State Court
Administrator’s Office in a specified area of law. This class
describes technical legal work in a specified area of law for
the Colorado Judicial Department. This class is
distinguished from other classifications on the basis of
providing legal work and representation of the Judicial
Department in legal proceedings, but does not provide
supervisory responsibilities over other staff. Duties:
Provides technical legal advice to managers, supervisors and
employees in order to avoid or minimize legal liability for
Colorado Judicial Department. Conducts legal research. Interprets
laws, rulings, and regulations for clients. Prepares legal
briefs, develops strategy, arguments, and testimony in
preparation for presentation of case. Prepares and provides
training on legal issues for Judicial Department employees.
Attends meetings and training as required. Performs other duties
as assigned. Qualifications:
To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the
above essential functions satisfactorily. Education/Experience:
Graduation from an accredited law school; possession of a
certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of
Colorado; eligibility to practice law before the courts of the State of
Colorado
and three years of experience practicing in the field of law.
Salary: $5,597 - $7,499 / Month. (2007)
APPELLATE
COURT ATTORNEY: Los Angeles,
CA. Summary: Division
Seven of the California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate
District located in Los Angeles, is accepting applications for an attorney position on its
Central Staff to work directly with Presiding Justice Dennis M.
Perluss. The position will be staffed at a level commensurate
with the qualifications of the selected individual. Duties:
Duties of a Central Staff attorney include: assisting in the
drafting of bench memoranda and opinions in assigned cases and
reviewing memoranda and proposed opinions in cases assigned to
other justices of the Court of Appeal. These responsibilities
require that the attorney carefully and accurately review
appellate briefs, trial records, and other documents; thoroughly
research and analyze existing law; draft clear, concise and
well-organized memoranda and proposed opinions; and make
recommendations regarding the resolution of legal issues before
the court. The attorney must also perform other related work as
required. Qualifications: Active membership in the State Bar of California
and: Level C: Equivalent
of three years of post-bar legal experience; or, one year of
experience as an appellate attorney, Level B, with the judicial
branch. Level D:
Equivalent of four years of post-bar legal experience; or,
one year of experience as an appellate attorney, Level C, with
the judicial branch. Additional experience in excess of the
minimum qualifications in civil trial or appellate litigation;
Experience in exercising adjudicatory (as opposed to solely
advocacy) skills; Exceptional research, analytical and writing
skills; Broad and practical knowledge of the law; Familiarity
with appellate practice; Mature and sound judgment; Ability to
work cooperatively with other members of the staff and court;
and Ability to discuss issues thoroughly and to work
independently while welcoming supervision and editing of one’s
work product. Salary: Level C: $6,472 and $8,223 per month
(Starting salary will vary between $6,472 and $7,119/month).
Level D: $7,449 to $9,940 per month (Starting salary will vary
between $7,449 and $8,194/month. (2007)
COURT EXECUTIVE 2A: Bar Admissions Unit, Supreme Court of
New Jersey, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New
Jersey Judiciary Bar Admissions Unit of the Supreme Court is
seeking a person with solid managerial skills to serve as
Counsel to the Committee on Character. The selected individual
will report to the Secretary of the Committee and the Assistant
Secretary to the Board of Bar Examiners while being responsible
for the general operation of the work of the Committee on
Character. Duties: Tasks
include oversight of the character certification process,
preparation of reports for the Committee and legal memoranda for
the Supreme Court, recruitment of Committee members, and
drafting revisions to the Regulations governing the Committee on
Character as needed. Excellent writing and project management
skills are required. The position will also involve travel to
meetings/hearings as necessary, participation in the
administration of the semi-annual bar examination, and other
duties as assigned. Qualifications:
Graduation from an American Bar Association-approved law
school. Three years of professional administrative and/or
program management experience, three of which shall have
included responsibility for program development and/or
implementation and for supervision of staff. Salary: $69,599 -
$101,186. (2007)
ATTORNEY 2: Appellate
Division, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New
Jersey Judiciary Appellate Division Clerk’s Office is seeking
a highly motivated professional to work under the direction of
the Chief Counsel. Duties:
The individual will review and process appeals, motions,
emergent applications, orders and opinions. The individual will
also investigate and respond to correspondence and inquiries
from Appellate Division and trial court judges and staff,
attorneys and litigants. The individual will act as legal
advisor to a case processing team and advise other units within
the Clerk’s Office on various issues involving application of
the rules to appellate practice. Additional related duties as
assigned. Qualifications:
Graduation from an ABA-approved law school. Three years of
experience as an attorney in the public or private practice of
law, including professional legal research and analyzing and
evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations and legislation.
NOTE: Appellate practice and experience are desired. Admission
to practice and current good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in
the State of
New Jersey
. Salary: $67,609 - $98,473. (2007)
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ATTORNEY
1 – CONFIDENTIAL: Central
Appellate Research, AOC, Trenton,
NJ. Summary: The New
Jersey Judiciary is seeking a qualified candidate with proven
ability in legal research and writing, and an interest in the
intellectual challenges presented by appeals before the
Appellate Division. Duties:
This person will work with other research attorneys on one
of the country’s largest central research staffs. The selected
candidate will be supervised by the Director of Central
Appellate Research or another Court Executive. The selected
candidate will be supervised by the Director of Central
Appellate Research or another Court Executive. The selected
candidate will read trial and agency records, research legal
issues and prepare legal memoranda on cases of the intermediate
level of difficulty; he or she will also work on cases that are
specially assigned to the staff by the judges and prepare short
memos on summary disposition motions. Qualifications:
Graduation from an ABA-approved law school. One year of
experience as an attorney in the public or private practice of
law, including professional legal research and analyzing and
evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations, and legislation
or one year of experience as a New Jersey Judicial law clerk.
Excellent research and writing skills are essential. Admission
to practice and current good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in
the State of New Jersey. Salary: $54,180 - $84,438. (2006)
ATTORNEY
2 – CONFIDENTIAL: Central
Appellate Research, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New
Jersey Judiciary is seeking a qualified candidate with proven
ability in legal research and writing, and an interest in the
intellectual challenges presented by the most complex appeals
before the Appellate Division. Duties:
This person will work with other research attorneys on one
of the country’s largest central research staffs. The selected
candidate will be supervised by the Director of Central
Appellate Research or another Court Executive. The selected
candidate will be supervised by the Director of Central
Appellate Research or another Court Executive. The selected
candidate will read trial and agency records, research legal
issues and prepare legal memoranda on cases of the highest level
of difficulty; he or she will also work on cases that are
specially assigned to the staff by the judges and prepare short
memos on summary disposition motions. Qualifications:
Graduation from an ABA-approved law school. Three years of
experience as an attorney in the public or private practice of
law, including professional legal research and analyzing and
evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations, and legislation.
Excellent research and writing skills are essential. Admission
to practice and current good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in
the State of New Jersey. Salary: $66,283 - $96,542. (2006)
COURT
EXECUTIVE 2B:
New Jersey
Lawyers’
Fund for Client Protection, AOC, Trenton, New Jersey. Summary: The New Jersey Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection, an
entity of the Supreme Court, seeks a Senior Counsel with strong
analytical and managerial skills. The individual selected for
this position must have high ethical standards. Duties:
This individual will handle legal matters for the Fund
including commercial litigation, bankruptcy, chancery, and
collections. This individual will analyze, investigate and
present claims to the Fund’s Board of Trustees, including the
conducting of hearings. This individual also provides legal
advice to the Director and Deputy Director on Complex and
confidential issues. Qualifications:
Graduation from an ABA-approved law school. Three years of
professional administrative and/or program management experience
as a practicing attorney, including supervision of staff, as
well as responsibility for program development and/or
implementation. Excellent research and writing skills are
essential. Civil litigation experience and thorough knowledge of
the Rules of Court would be helpful. Admission to practice and
current good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey. Salary: $73,483 - $104,451. (2006)
DIRECTOR FOR DIVISION
OF FAMILY COURT SERVICES: West Virginia
Judiciary. Summary: Government agency seeks attorney for administrator of
family court system. Qualifications:
Superior academic record; licensed to practice law with a
willingness to become licensed in West Virginia; three years of
law practice or other relevant experience; capacity for
articulate expression, oral and written; ability to supervise
staff; ability to work with professionals in other agencies in
developing and managing office operations; ability to work on
multiple tasks at the same time with little supervision; ability
to develop continuing education programs; and ability to travel
as needed within West Virginia. All applicants will be subject
to an NCIC background check. Salary: $72,000 - $82,000. (2006)
CJA VOUCHER REVIEW,
LIAISON AND TRAINING ATTORNEY:
U.S. Court of
Appeals, 10th Circuit. Summary:
This position is located within the Office of Staff Counsel
for the U.S. Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. The court is
looking for individuals who are organized, detail-oriented, and
can express themselves clearly, both orally and in writing. For
the successful candidate, the option of part-time employment may
be considered upon request. Duties:
The incumbent will review fee and expense vouchers in both
capital and non-capital cases that are submitted by attorneys
appointed under the Criminal Justice Act. The incumbent will
review the vouchers for accuracy and compliance with established
guidelines and procedures, and will make recommendations as to
payment. The incumbent will participate in capital case
management conferences and will assist in preparing budgets for
capital cases. The incumbent will act as a liaison between the
court and CJA counsel in processing vouchers and will prepare
and present training programs for CJA counsel. Some travel
within the circuit will be required to perform the training
functions. The incumbent also will act as a liaison between the
court and the CJA Standing Committee. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited law school. Admission
to practice before the highest court of a state or territory of
the U.S.
At least one year of legal experience after graduation.
Preferences: Criminal law experience, appellate experience,
public speaking experience, working knowledge of Excel and
PowerPoint. Salary: $52,901 - $62,919. (2006)
FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER: US Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, Eastern District
of Virginia. Summary: The US Court of Appeals, Fourth
Circuit, is now accepting applications for the position of
Federal Public Defender for the Eastern District of Virginia.
The term of appointment is four years. Qualifications: Applicant
must be a member in good standing of the Virginia
Bar
or the Bar of the state in which they are currently admitted to
practice and have a minimum of five years of criminal practice,
preferably with significant federal criminal trial experience.
Salary: $142,000. (2006)
ATTORNEY 2: AOC,
Trenton,
NJ. Duties: The New
Jersey Judiciary is seeking a highly motivated professional to
provide legal advice to the Advisory Committee on Judicial
Conduct (CJC) at formal hearings and meetings; conduct legal
research; draft presentments and committee reports to the
Supreme Court; prosecute matters before the Committee on
Attorney Advertising (CAA) at disciplinary hearings; appear for
oral argument before the Supreme Court and prepare ethics
reviews for CAA respondents. Additional duties will include the
preparation of the Annual Report; and assisting with staff
support to the Advisory Committee on Professional Ethics (ACPE)
Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPLC), and the Ethics Hotline. Qualifications:
Graduation from an American Bar Association approved law
school. Three years of experience as an attorney in the public
or private practice of law, including professional legal
research and analysis and evaluation of legal documents, rules,
regulations, and legislation. Admission to practice and current
good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey. Excellent writing skills are desired. Salary: $66,283 -
$96,542. (2006)
COURT
EXECUTIVE 2B: Appellate
Division, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The
Judiciary is seeking an experienced attorney with administrative
skills to supervise other attorneys on the Appellate
Division’s Central Appellate Research Staff and to be
responsible for the research and preparation of memos in complex
legal cases. Duties: The
position entails training new attorneys to research and write
complex research memos for the judges of the Appellate Division;
reviewing and editing the work of two to three staff attorneys;
monitoring the workflow of supervisees; researching and writing
his or her own memos in the most complex cases that come to the
Appellate Division; accepting other research and administrative
assignments as required; and filling in for the Director of the
Central Appellate Research Staff on occasion. Qualifications:
Graduation from an American Bar Association-approved law
school. Three years of professional administrative and/or
program management experience as a practicing attorney,
including supervision of staff, as well as responsibility for
program development and/or implementation. Excellent research
and writing skills are essential. Familiarity with appellate
practice and procedures is helpful. Admission to practice and
current good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey. Salary: $72,042 - $102,403. (2006)
ATTORNEY
1: Central
Appellate Research, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New
Jersey Judiciary is currently seeking an individual to work
under the direction of the Court Executive 3a (Director of
Central Appellate Research) or other supervisory officer. The
individual prepares legal memoranda on less difficult cases
pending before the Appellate Division, at special request of
appellate Division Judges on cases on previously reviewed, and
on scheduled cases. The selected individual also prepares
memoranda for Appellate Division Judges on motions for
summary disposition. Qualifications:
Graduation from an American Bar Association-approved law
school. One year of experience as an attorney in the public or
private practice of law, including professional legal research
and analyzing and evaluating legal documents, rules,
regulations, and legislation or one year of experience as a New
Jersey Judicial Law Clerk. Excellent research and writing skills
are essential. Admission to practice and current good standing
as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey. Salary: $53,118 - $82,783. (2006)
ATTORNEY
2: Central
Appellate Research, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New
Jersey Judiciary is currently seeking an individual to work
under the general direction of the Court Executive 3a (Director
of Central Appellate Research) or other supervisory officer. Duties:
The individual prepares legal memoranda on difficult
cases pending before the Appellate Division, at special
request of Appellate Division Judges on cases not previously
reviewed, and on scheduled cases. Prepares memoranda for
Appellate Division Judges on motions for summary disposition.
Qualifications: Graduation
from an American Bar Association-approved law school. Three
years of experience as an attorney in the public or private
practice of law, including professional legal research and
analyzing and evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations,
and legislation. Excellent research and writing skills are
essential. Admission to practice and current good standing as an
Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey. Salary: $64,984 - $94,649. (2006)
CHIEF
DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL: Supreme
Court of Missouri. Duties: Supervises staff of 15 full-time employees and 10 part-time
attorneys. Qualifications:
Law degree, licensed to practice in
Missouri
or able to become Missouri licensed, supervisory experience. Prefer: experience in attorney
discipline cases and extensive case management experience.
Position requires good communication skills, the ability to
respond to consumer complaints, independent judgment, strategic
planning, budgeting, case management, personnel management,
record keeping and knowledge of rules of conduct for attorneys
in the State of Missouri. Salary commensurate with experience. (2006)
ATTORNEY
2: AOC,
Trenton, New Jersey. Summary: The New
Jersey Judiciary is seeking a highly motivated professional to
work under the direction of the Chief, Professional Services. Duties:
The selected individual will take the lead in the review,
planning, investigation and prosecution of disciplinary matters
before the Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct (ACJC);
drafting and serving formal complaints on respondent judges;
preparing cases for formal and informal hearings before the ACJC;
and conducting oral arguments before the Supreme Court.
Additional responsibilities will include analyzing grievances in
accordance with the provisions of the Code of Judicial Conduct
and applicable case law; conduct legal research and prepare
legal memoranda; evaluate factual issues or evidentiary proofs;
and make recommendations to the members of the ACJC in respect
thereof. This individual will also assign and evaluate the work
of legal and investigative staff supporting the review and
prosecution of cases before the ACJC, as well as additional
related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Graduation from an ABA
approved law school. Three years of experience as an attorney in
the public or private practice of law, including professional
legal research and analyzing and evaluating legal documents,
rules, regulations, and legislation. Admission to practice and
current good standing as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey. Prosecutorial or criminal defense experience and excellent
writing skills are desired. Salary: $66,283 - $96,542. (2006)
ASSISTANT
GENERAL COUNSEL: Atlanta
Housing
Authority, GA. Summary: Reporting
to the General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer, the successful
candidate will provide legal advice to internal clients on a
broad range of legal matters. Duties:
Coordinate matters related to civil, administrative, and other
cases to formulate defenses or to initiate legal action against
other persons or entities. Manage the administrative hearing
process including contracting full evidentiary hearings,
preparing findings and documenting conclusions and/or
recommendations. Provide regulatory and administrative guidance
to the Housing Choice Program, including reviewing
Administrative Hearing decisions. Analyze and coordinate
monetary and other claims, including making recommendations for
settlements, alternative dispute resolution, or judicial action.
Monitor and coordinate with outside legal counsel in litigation
and other assigned matters, including review of strategy,
transactional documents, pleadings, and preparation of witnesses
for testimony. Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations related
to all AHA matters and confer with expert outside counsel on
specialty matters. Respond to inquiries from law firms and
advocacy groups regarding program participants, residents,
landlords, and program properties; and manage litigation
directly related to the Housing Choice Voucher and Public
Hearing Program. Provide regulatory and legal advice as it
relates to housing and resident issues. Draft, review and
negotiate contracts, agreements and change orders. Qualifications:
Must possess a JD and have a minimum of 10 years experience
practicing in a top tier law firm, major corporate law
department or administrative agency with expertise related to
the substantive areas which impact the business of AHA, i.e.
resident issues, landlord/tenant matters, corporate/government
affairs. Requires membership to the Georgia
Bar
or must be admitted within 11 months of employment. Demonstrated
experience as a mediator is a plus. Experience conducting
administrative hearings is a plus. Must have excellent
analytical legal research and writing skills, superior
communication skills and the ability to synthesize information
in an environment that is often very fluid and fast-paced. Must
have the ability to customize the Department’s work product
and/or advice to the needs of each particular client while
juggling numerous issues ranging across multiple areas and
disciplines. Requires proficiency in current office technology
and software applications. (2006)
STAFF
ATTORNEY: U.S.
Courts for the
Tenth Circuit, Denver
Colorado. Summary: The Office
of Staff Counsel for the U.S. Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals is
seeking highly qualified, experienced attorney to serve as staff
attorney to the full court. The office currently consists of
nineteen attorneys and four support staff. Duties:
The Office of Staff Counsel’s principal responsibility is
to recommend to the court the disposition of substantive
motions, appeals decided without oral argument, original
proceedings, and emergency matters. Staff attorneys confer with
the judges, conduct legal research, prepare legal memoranda, and
draft proposed opinions. Because staff attorneys must be able to
advise the judges on difficult, varied, and important legal
issues, the court is highly selective in its hiring. The court
is looking for individuals who can analyze complex legal issues
thoroughly and efficiently and express themselves clearly, both
orally and in writing. Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited law school. Admission t
practice before the highest court of a state/territory of the
U.S. Strong academic background. Superior legal research,
analytical, writing, and editing skills. At least one year legal
experience after graduation. Preference for court legal staff
experience or judicial law clerk experience. Salary: $62,919 -
$74,343. (2006)
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ASSISTANT
FAMILY LAW FACILITATOR: Superior
Court of California, County
of Contra
Costa. Summary: The Superior Court in Contra
Costa County
is recruiting to fill two Assistant Family Law Facilitator
positions in support of the Court’s new Family Law Expansion
project. The Family Law Expansion project is designed to provide
expanded services to family law litigants. Duties: The individuals appointed to these positions will perform a
wide variety of duties under the supervision of the Family Law
Facilitator including but not limited to: providing educational
materials to parents regarding the process of establishing
parentage; establishing, modifying and enforcing child and
spousal support in the courts; distributing necessary court
forms and voluntary declarations of paternity; providing
assistance in completing forms; preparing support schedules
based upon statutory guidelines; providing referrals to the
local child support agency, Family Court Services and other
community agencies and resources that provide services for
parents and children; mediating issues of child and spousal
support and the maintenance of health insurance; drafting
stipulations agreed to by all parties; preparing orders after
hearing and judgments; preparing tentative rulings; reviewing
paperwork, examining documents and advising the judge on the
readiness of cases; and performing other duties at the direction
of the Family Law Facilitator. Qualifications:
Possession of a law degree from an accredited law school.
Law courses taken and successfully completed in the areas of
family law and California
community property law are highly desirable. Membership in the
State Bar of California. Work experience in the practice of family law (as an attorney
or in another capacity) is highly desirable. The IDEAL CANDIDATE
should have the following knowledge and abilities: Knowledge of:
relevant federal and state family laws and regulations; trial
and hearing procedures, and rules of evidence; local rules of
court relevant to family law matters; and family law computer
programs. Ability to: read and understand complex legal
information, procedures and forms; effectively explain complex
legal issues and procedures to pro per litigants who may have
little or no knowledge of the law; analyze a variety of
information, relate it to the law and reach decisions;
effectively use relevant computer applications and word
processing software; interpret and apply statistical information
related to the program; establish and maintain effective working
relationships; set priorities and complete projects in a timely
manner; communicate effectively both orally and in written form;
deal compassionately with individuals who are in highly
stressful situations. Salary: $51,628.17 - $62,754.43 annually.
(2006)
CAPITAL
STAFF ATTORNEY: Superior
Court of Arizona, Maricopa
County. Summary: The Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa
County, the 5th largest general jurisdiction Court system
in the nation, seeks a Capital Staff Attorney. Duties:
This position provides specialized legal assistance to Arizona
trial judges in capital cases from the first stage through
trial, sentencing and post conviction appeal proceedings, and
other research as required. Minimal travel within
Arizona required. Qualifications:
Position qualifications include graduation from a college of
law accredited by the American Bar Association. Criminal trial
experience preferred. The successful candidate will be required
to undergo a full background investigation, including criminal
history. Salary: $51,770 - $61,900. (2006)
FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER: U.S.
Courts for the District of Columbia
Circuit, Washington,
DC. Qualifications: 5 years of active criminal law practice, membership
in the D.C. Bar or a state bar, and substantial supervisory
experience. Federal public defenders may not engage in the
private practice of law and are subject to the judiciary
financial disclosure requirements. Salary: $143,000. (2006).
PARALEGAL: Office
of the Federal Public Defender for the District of Columbia. Duties:
Performing
legal research; assisting in case preparation; locating,
collecting, compiling and summarizing material from a wide
variety of sources; maintaining case files and databases;
organizing and cataloging documents. Qualifications:
Ability to clearly present complex and interrelated concepts
and ideas in writing. Experience in digitalized document
management software and proficiency in database management
particularly helpful. Should possess legal research skills
including knowledge of a variety of computerized databases for
use in complex cases. (2006)
PRETRIAL OFFICER (DRUG COURT
PROGRAM): Pretrial Services, Ft.
Myers, FL. Summary: This
position works closely with the Pretrial Services Management
team in order to attain the highest level of quality in the
daily work processes of the
Felony Drug Court
within the Pretrial Services Department. Duties:
Pretrial Officer (Diversion/Drug Court) performs professional work assisting the Drug
Assessment/treatment Team as a team member of the Lee County
Felony Adult Drug Court Program. One of the important roles for
this position is to perform case management responsibilities and
develop strong working relationships with other team members
from the Judiciary, State Attorney’s Office, Public
Defender’s Office, Department of Corrections, treatment
providers, clerk of Courts, and other related agencies and the
public. This position reports directly to the Diversion
Coordinator. Persons in this position shall exercise independent
judgment and initiative within the scope of authority. Work is
evaluated through conferences, reports, observations, and
assessment by supervisory staff. Core responsibilities include:
case management and court duties. Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a
B.A. in a social/behavior field, preferably in criminal justice.
Two to three years investigative and/or research experience
preferred. Salary: $34,348.60 annually. (2006)
PRO
PER ATTORNEY – MANAGER OF THE SELF
HELP CENTER: Second Judicial District Court - Washoe
County. Summary: Under Family Court direction, coordinate the
development, implementation and management of a program of
informed access for pro per litigants by providing information,
form pleadings and other general legal and procedural
assistance. Develop, coordinate and conduct educational outreach
and support services for Self Help Center Customers. Review,
revise and create appropriate generic form pleadings consistent
with Nevada law. Participate in local and statewide initiatives concerning
access to justice and coordinate Self
Help
Center
services with available community legal and related services. Duties:
Work with the Family Court Self Help Center Advisory
Committee, to which a Family District Judge is assigned, in
developing the programmatic direction of the Center. Exercise
direct supervision over clerical staff, volunteers, and
interns/externs, including participating in interview process,
training and performance reviews, assume management
responsibility for the Self
Help
Center
and associated activities. Assume responsibility for the
management of the Self
Help
Center
budget along with the Assistant Court Administrator – Family
Division and for daily accounting from sales of pro per packets.
Provide customer service to pro per litigants through the
development and management of a program that will reduce the
complexity of the court process, establish an environment of
informed access, provide procedural assistance, and reduce
economic barriers to the litigant population. Provide legal
information, resources, education, and assistance to pro per
litigants; ensure that all forms, processes and procedures
conform to the Nevada Rules of Civil Procedure, Nevada Revised
Statutes and District Court Rules; develop pro per forms and
packets. Develop partners in the legal community; direct pro
pers to other legal resources within the community. Communicate
effectively with clients of differing economic status, cultural
backgrounds, and educational levels who are often in crisis or
under stress. Communicate effectively with Self
Help
Center staff and clients regarding the ethical restrictions and
perimeters in providing legal assistance. Present talks and
lectures to law enforcement and other agencies regarding family
court. Maintain program statistics and prepare a variety of
technical, statistical and narrative reports, correspondence and
other written materials for in-house and public distribution. Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited law school. Must be a Nevada
licensed attorney and in good standing with the Nevada State
Bar. Must have a minimum of two years of practice in family law
and one year of program management experience. (2006)
CHILD SUPPORT / FAMILY LAW SPECIALIST VI: Court
Services Division, Arizona
Supreme Court. Summary: Do
you have specialized knowledge in family law, child support,
domestic violence and related Arizona
laws, rules and procedures? Would you enjoy being part of a team
that utilizes the most current social science research on
children and families to develop policies and procedures which
enhance existing laws or create new ones? The Court Services
Division’s Court Programs Unit is looking for a
detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced
environment, can see big-picture perspectives and has the
ability to consolidate input from a variety of people and
organizations in an objective manner. Duties:
This position provides staff support to the Domestic Relations
Committee and Child Support Committee, Arizona Legislative
Committees, and their related subcommittees. This position
assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of
statewide plans for family law education on children’s issues
and develops and/or performs statewide training for judicial
officers and court staff on family law and child support. This
position is also responsible for grant fund administration,
serves as the project manager for the quadrennial review of
Arizona’s child support guidelines and develops selected procedures
manuals, booklets and family law website content for use by
self-represented litigants. Qualifications:
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in judicial
administration, public administration or a related field. Five
years’ experience in a general jurisdiction court, including
three years as a court administrator or five years’ experience
working in an administrative office of a court doing improvement
projects. Law degree and legal experience preferred. Successful
candidates should have the ability to staff, coordinate and
facilitate Supreme Court/Legislative committees and have
knowledge or insight into future court trends and emerging
policy issues affecting trial courts. Also requires excellent
interpersonal skills for working effectively with legislators,
judges, court staff, the State Bar, governmental agencies and
the public, as well as experience in team building, strategic
planning, and excellent project management skills. (2006)
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