What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Clerk/Judicial Attorney to Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy position at Supreme Court of Ohio?
What You'll Do
Law clerks and judicial attorneys review and analyze arguments presented in a variety of motions, memoranda, and briefs involving all areas of the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction under Article IV, Section 2(B) of the Ohio Constitution. In addition, law clerks and judicial attorneys research and prepare initial drafts of merit opinions at the direction of the Chief Justice.
What We’re Looking For
The successful applicant will be a recent graduate from law school or a licensed attorney with exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills. Elite performance in law school, participation on a law review or moot court board, or publication of a noteworthy article is preferred. Prior clerkship experience will be considered positively. The ability to work independently, collaboratively, and efficiently is required. The successful applicant will be expected to perform his or her duties on a daily basis in the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center in Columbus.
Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills: Written Communication
Organization
Supreme Court of Ohio
Agency Contact Name and Information
Recruiting@sc.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Work Location
Ohio Judicial Center
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
Based on experience
Schedule
Full-time
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
N/A
Primary Job Skill
Attorney/Legal
Technical Skills
Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills
Written Communication
Agency Overview
Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy of the Supreme Court of Ohio is accepting applications for the position of Law Clerk or Judicial Attorney in her chambers. The position will commence on September 1, 2026, and will run through August 30, 2027.
Law clerks and judicial attorneys review and analyze arguments presented in a variety of motions, memoranda, and briefs involving all areas of the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction under Article IV, Section 2(B) of the Ohio Constitution. In addition, law clerks and judicial attorneys research and prepare initial drafts of merit opinions at the direction of the Chief Justice.
What We’re Looking For
The successful applicant will be a recent graduate from law school or a licensed attorney with exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills. Elite performance in law school, participation on a law review or moot court board, or publication of a noteworthy article is preferred. Prior clerkship experience will be considered positively. The ability to work independently, collaboratively, and efficiently is required. The successful applicant will be expected to perform his or her duties on a daily basis in the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center in Columbus.
Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills: Written Communication
Organization
Supreme Court of Ohio
Agency Contact Name and Information
Recruiting@sc.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Work Location
Ohio Judicial Center
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
Based on experience
Schedule
Full-time
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
N/A
Primary Job Skill
Attorney/Legal
Technical Skills
Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills
Written Communication
Agency Overview
Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy of the Supreme Court of Ohio is accepting applications for the position of Law Clerk or Judicial Attorney in her chambers. The position will commence on September 1, 2026, and will run through August 30, 2027.