Judicial Law Clerk - Judge - Nichols, Carolyn H

This position requires legal research, legal analysis, and drafting memoranda, opinions, and other dispositions of issues raised before the Superior Court of Pennsylvania. The work hours and office schedule for this position are flexible - employees are welcome to work full-time in chambers or utilize a hybrid in-office/remote schedule. We encourage all interested new applicants and prior applicants who have passed the Pennsylvania Bar Exam to apply.

Job Highlights

• Excellent benefits program, including comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment.
• 13 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days, and 12+ paid vacation days per year.
• Salary increases, student loan forgiveness plans, employee assistance programs, and State retirement plans.
• Telework may be available at the discretion of Judge Nichols.
• Healthcare flexible spending account.
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for eligible employees.

Typical Duties

• Review appellate briefs, certified records, and court dockets.
• Research legal and procedural issues presented on appeal.
•  Draft memoranda, opinions, orders, and bench memos as assigned.
• Perform related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• J.D. from accredited U.S. Law School.
• 1-2 years’ legal experience with extensive writing, preferably in appellate law.
• Admission, in good standing, to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
• Prior clerkship experience helpful.
• Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Salary information

Salary Range: $68,083-$80,925

Additional Qualifications/Preferences

• Intellectual curiosity and flexibility.
• Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into relevant parts, analyze with reference to relevant legal concepts, and present in a concise written document.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships.
• Experience with latest version of Microsoft word.

How to Apply

• Candidates interested in applying should apply through the Workday website Careers (myworkdayjobs.com). Please submit a resume, cover letter, a list of references and a writing sample.
• Commencement Date: September/October 2026

Applicants requiring accommodation, for any part of the application and/or interview process, should contact Human Resources at (717) 231-3309 or human.resources@pacourts.us.