Attorney - Department of Legal Research

2 months ago

Richmond, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Summary

The Commonwealth of Virginia seeks a highly skilled Staff Attorney to join the Department of Legal Research in the Office of the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Court of Virginia. As a Staff Attorney, you will provide legal research services to the judges of the circuit, general district, and juvenile and domestic relations district courts, as well as the staff of the Office of the Executive Secretary.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide legal research services to support the court system, including reviewing legislation and representing the court system at the General Assembly and in other community meetings and workgroups.
  • Assist in the implementation of recently-enacted legislation in the court system, with a focus on the development and revision of official forms used in the district courts.
  • Conduct sophisticated legal research, including familiarity with Lexis+ and/or other automated research tools.

Requirements

  • Licensed to practice law in Virginia and in good standing with the Virginia State Bar.
  • Ability to do sophisticated legal research and possess superior analytical, verbal, and literary skills.
  • Preference given to applicants with 2-5 years of practice experience in Virginia's trial-level state courts, particularly the district courts, or a judicial clerkship with a Virginia state court.

Additional Considerations

  • A writing sample is required.

Working for the Commonwealth of Virginia

The Commonwealth of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.

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