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Staff Attorney -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)
Commonwealth of KentuckyBowling Green, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Jul 2026
💰 $68,430/yr($51,413/yr – $68,430/yr)
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Staff Attorney -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)
Pay Grade
14
Salary
$51,412.56 - $68,430.24 Annually
Employment Type
Judicial Branch | Administrative Office of the Courts | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Judicial | Court of Justice
Location
1001 Center St
Bowling Green, KY 42101 USA
Bowling Green, KY 42101 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.
The Warren County Division 3 Circuit Court, has an immediate need for a Staff Attorney. The Staff Attorney will be performing under the direct supervision of a judge, legal support relating to the court's docket. The Staff Attorney will be responsible for reviewing legal briefs and appellate and high court records, conducting thorough legal research, preparing legal memoranda, analyzing cases, proofreading legal documents, and taking notes.
Examples of Duties or Responsibilities of this Classification:
The Warren County Division 3 Circuit Court, has an immediate need for a Staff Attorney. The Staff Attorney will be performing under the direct supervision of a judge, legal support relating to the court's docket. The Staff Attorney will be responsible for reviewing legal briefs and appellate and high court records, conducting thorough legal research, preparing legal memoranda, analyzing cases, proofreading legal documents, and taking notes.
Examples of Duties or Responsibilities of this Classification:
- Review process of legal briefs and appellate records, ensuring thorough understanding and organized documentation.
- Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis of case materials for court cases.
- Prepare and edit drafts of opinions, orders, and judgments under guidance.
- Proofread legal documents.
- Communicate with attorneys upon the direction of the judge.
- Support the Court in the creation and delivery of jury instructions with guidance.
- Monitor for and provide summaries of recent legal developments and decisions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
Juris Doctor degree – Graduate of an accredited law school
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must be licensed and in good standing with Kentucky
Bar Association (KBA). Exception: Attorneys holding a current license in a U.S. state other than Kentucky must
be making every necessary step to become licensed with the KBA within eighteen (18) months of employment.
Proficient legal research and writing skills. Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Meticulous
attention to detail. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines.
Working Conditions
Work may be performed in an office or courtroom setting. In-state travel may be required, primarily within the
judge’s jurisdiction.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Courtney Delaney at courtneydelaney@kycourts.net
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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