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COA Chief Legal Deputy Clerk -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT) Jobs in Frankfort, KY at Commonwealth of Kentucky
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COA Chief Legal Deputy Clerk -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)
Salary
$60,000.00 Annually
Employment Type
Judicial Branch | Administrative Office of the Courts | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Judicial | Court of Justice
Location
669 Chamberlin Ave
Frankfort, KY 40601 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, or sexual orientation. We also promote a healthy work-life balance.
The Kentucky Court of Appeals has an immediate need to fill a COA Chief Legal Deputy Clerk. This position is in Franklin County.
The COA Chief Legal Deputy Clerk is responsible for supervising the Clerk’s office of the Court of Appeals and providing legal services and advice to the Court.
Due to the nature of job duties and responsibilities, this position is not authorized for virtual work.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Performs functions of the Clerk in the Clerk’s absence, as directed by the Clerk
Supervises employees in the clerk’s office, including coaching employees, documenting personnel issues, and discipline where necessary in consultation with the Clerk.
Legal determination of documents for processing in the Clerk’s office.
Answers questions concerning appellate procedure and particular case status for judges, attorneys, pro selitigants, the press; legal publishers; and the public by phone and letter.
Performs the running of weekly clerk’s office reports, identifying procedural problems and drafting orders to correct procedural problems.
Drafts orders for court of appeals judges as needed. Examples: supplementation of the record, show cause orders, complex orders regarding petitions for rehearing; and orders modifying opinions.
Assists staff attorney section with questions concerning motion practice and collaborates on best practices and procedure, in consultation with the Clerk.
Assists in the preparation and presentation of seminars including the annual bar convention and district bar meetings.
Participates in special projects as directed by the chief judge or clerk.
Assists in staff training and implementation of court of appeals electronic case management system.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Advanced Degree – Graduate of an accredited law school
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five (5) years of experience in appellate practice
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must Be Able to Kneel, Crouch or Climb
Working Conditions
Typically work in an office setting. Travel may be required. Unexpected extended hours may be required to resolve emergency motions.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kate Morgan at [email protected]
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Title: COA Chief Legal Deputy Clerk -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)
Company: Commonwealth of Kentucky
Location: Frankfort, KY
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