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Senior Judge Law Clerk

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Supreme Court of Virginia

Richmond, VA (In Person)

$79,120 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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https://iabcmg.fa.ocs.oraclegovcloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/SCV/job/1286 Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23219
CAV Chief Staff Attorney's Office Supreme Court of Virginia Title:
Senior Law Clerk State Role Title:
Salary Non-Specified Hiring Range:
$79,120
Location:
CAV Chief Staff Attorney's Office Agency Website:
www.vacourts.gov
Recruitment Type:
General Public - G Additional Detail Job Duties The Office of Chief Staff Attorney (CSA), with attorney and support staff, assists in reviewing, processing, and presenting to the Court for disposition the petitions, appeals, and original jurisdiction cases filed with the Court of Appeals of Virginia. Essential Duties & Responsibilities The judicial law clerk provides staff support to the Senior Judges of the Court and the Office of the Chief Staff Attorney. In both roles, the judicial law clerk will conduct independent research and legal analysis for each assigned case and recommend a disposition to the Court; review appellate filings to ensure compliance with all procedural rules and requirements; draft memoranda; and perform specialized research and writing projects for the Judges or Chief Staff Attorney as necessary. Minimum Qualifications The most competitive candidates will possess: The successful applicant will be an individual who is a graduate of an ABA-accredited law school. Professional experience in litigation, or experience serving as a judicial law clerk or staff attorney is preferred. Familiarity with appellate court rules and procedures, as well as trial and post-conviction procedural rules, is required. The successful candidate will possess outstanding analytical skills, the demonstrated ability to evaluate and synthesize a large volume of information, and excellent written and oral communication skills. Applicants must also demonstrate competence in computer-based case tracking, legal research, and word processing systems. A minimum of one to three years of relevant experience in a litigation or judicial role, or a combination, is preferred for the Senior Judge Law Clerk position. Additional Information Please submit a cover letter, current resume, and a writing sample that is solely the applicant's work product.
Contact Information Email:
Humanresources@VACourts.gov