Title: Staff Attorney - Supreme Court of Virginia

State Role Title: Staff Attorney

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Supreme Court

Location: Supreme Court of Virginia

Agency Website: WWW.Vacourts.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Supreme Court of Virginia, Office of Chief Staff Attorney, is seeking applications for the position of Staff Attorney.
This position offers a competitive benefits package, which includes vacation and sick leave, 12 paid holidays, health insurance, retirement, life insurance, deferred compensation, short- and long-term disability, and may include hybrid remote-work opportunities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Office of Chief Staff Attorney (CSA) assists the Justices of the Supreme Court of Virginia in reviewing civil and criminal appeals and original jurisdiction cases filed with the Court. CSA attorneys conduct independent research and prepare analytical memoranda for the Court’s consideration; review appellate filings to ensure compliance with procedural requirements; attend and participate in Writ Panel and CSA Oral argument hearings; prepare drafts of disposition orders in original jurisdiction cases; perform specialized research and writing projects for the Justices or Chief Staff Attorney; and support the Court’s activities serving the administration of justice and improving the practice of law in the Commonwealth.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful applicant will be an individual interested in a long-term professional opportunity, a member of or eligible for membership in the Virginia State Bar, with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a litigation or appellate-oriented environment. Particular familiarity with appellate court rules and procedures is preferred, along with excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills.

Additional Considerations

A cover letter, resume, and state application are required.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information

Name: Te'Aria Bennett

Phone: No Calls

Email: Humanresources@vacourts.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.