Staff Attorney

Staff Attorney – Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) – Non-Tenured (Non-Merit) Advertisement closes: 7/27/2026 (11:59 PM ET) Pay Grade: 14 Salary: $51,412.56 – $68,430.24 annually Employment Type: Judicial Branch | Administrative Office of the Courts | 37.5 HR/WK Location: 1001 Center St, 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 work under the direct supervision of a judge and provide legal support relating to the court’s docket, including 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. Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, etc.) Must be licensed and in good standing with the Kentucky Bar Association (KBA). 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, meticulous attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and 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. For questions about this advertisement, please contact Courtney Delaney at View email address on click.appcast.io. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D #J-18808-Ljbffr