Attorney in Fall River, MA

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Fall River, MA

Attorney in Fall River, MA

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H1: Superior Court is seeking a Research Attorney I to join their team in Fall River, Massachusetts.
H2: Join the Superior Court as a Research Attorney I in Fall River, Massachusetts
H2: Exciting Opportunity for a Research Attorney I at the Superior Court in Fall River, Massachusetts

• Salary: Starting pay of $89,, with potential for reclassification to Research Attorney II level.
• Location: Fall River, Massachusetts, with the possibility of being based in other Superior Courthouse locations.
• Department: Administrative Office of the Superior Court.
• Mission: To deliver high quality justice in a timely and fair manner in accordance with the rule of law.
• Work-life balance: Flexible hybrid office/remote work schedule available after initial training and trial period.
• Union position: Covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement with ., Local 6.
• Application deadline: Monday, January 20, 2025.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues for the Justices of the Superior Court and the Administrative Office.
• Prepare legal memoranda, draft decisions, and other documents in a timely and high-quality manner.
• May assist in training and overseeing law clerks, law fellows, and interns.
• Participate in special projects and perform administrative functions as assigned.
• Maintain a work-life balance with the option for a hybrid office/remote work schedule.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with judges and court officials.
• Travel to Superior Court Courthouses throughout the Commonwealth.

Requirements:

Research Attorney I:
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and membership (or currently applying for membership) in the Massachusetts Bar.
• Two years of post-law school, professional legal work experience.
• Excellent writing, communication, and legal research skills.
• Ability to produce high-quality work product while meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of and ability to use computer software such as MS Office.
• Ability to assist in training and overseeing law clerks, law fellows, and interns.
• Knowledge of the Massachusetts judicial system and state law.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize workload.
• Ability to handle confidential matters with sensitivity.
• Ability to travel to Superior Court Courthouses throughout the Commonwealth.

Research Attorney II:
• Minimum of four years of experience as a Research Attorney I.
• Considerable knowledge of the Massachusetts judicial system and court policies and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and research complex legal issues.
• Ability to produce substantially more complex high-quality work products specifically assigned to experienced research attorneys.
• Ability to demonstrate specialization in specific legal and administrative functions.
• Initiative and effective leadership on special projects.
• Ability to analyze administrative concerns and develop solutions.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with judges and court officials.
• Ability to travel to Superior Court Courthouses throughout the Commonwealth.

Apply now for this exciting opportunity to join the Superior Court as a Research Attorney I in Fall River, Massachusetts. Don't miss the chance to make a difference in the delivery of justice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.