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5/22/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)

24-02815

Staff Attorney -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)

Salary

$49,914.92 - $59,704.56 Annually

Employment Type

Judicial Branch | Administrative Office of the Courts | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Judicial | Court of Justice

Location

230 Madison Ave
Covington, KY 41011 USA

Description

The Administrative Office of the Courts is the operational arm of the Judicial Branch. The court system employs nearly 3,300 personnel who support 406 elected justices, judges, and circuit court clerks.
We provide the many benefits of state government employment, including generous vacation and sick time, health insurance and a retirement plan. Our work environment values diversity and inclusion and we're committed to fair and equal treatment, regardless of race, gender, religion, ethnicity, and sexual orientation. We also promote a healthy work/life balance.
The Kenton County Circuit Court has an immediate need for a Staff Attorney. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and a writing sample along with their application.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform legal research and record analysis pertaining to cases before the court.
• Draft of opinions, orders, and judgements.
• Assist court in editing and release of opinions.
• Assist court in preparing jury instructions.
• Advise court as to current changes in the law and recent decisions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Working Conditions

Work typically within office setting. Travel maybe required.