Assistant Counsel; family law – Office of Counsel

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of West Virginia is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Counsel in its Office of Counsel. An Assistant Counsel in the Office of Counsel assists the Court with the review of appeals and the preparation of internal memoranda, orders, and decisions. In this position, the successful applicant will primarily focus on family law appeals but may work on cases in all areas within the Court’s jurisdiction, including civil, administrative, and workers’ compensation.

• A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• A member in good standing with the West Virginia State Bar.

• Review and analyze appellate records and briefs expediently.
• Conduct legal research.
• Prepare concise, confidential legal memoranda for the Court.
• Present written and verbal information during internal court conferences.
• Prepare, proofread, and review substantive decisions and orders.
• Assist with motions and special projects, as needed.
• Perform related work as required.

• Excellent knowledge of family law; knowledge in other areas of law is also helpful.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Typing, electronic legal research, and Microsoft Office software.
• Skilled at analyzing, appraising, organizing, and presenting material clearly and logically.
• Ability to quickly understand and apply legal precedent.
• Ability to timely manage and prioritize high-volume, complex assignments.

All successful candidates must submit to a criminal background check.

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Medical Insurance
• Optional Flexible Benefits Coverage (dental, vision, disability, and excess medical)
• Life insurance
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Section 457 deferred compensation plan
• 12 paid holidays
• Sick leave
• Annual leave.

West Virginia has a Unified Court System, under which all state courts, including the Intermediate Court of Appeals, Circuit Courts, Magistrate Courts, and Family Courts, are supervised and administered by the Supreme Court of Appeals. The Supreme Court of Appeals and its Administrative Office are located in Charleston and housed in the State Capitol Complex. More information about West Virginia’s Courts can be found on our website rtswv.gov.

It is the policy of the West Virginia judiciary to provide equal opportunity in employment for all persons, and to recruit, select, train, promote, retain, and discipline without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or national origin. Further, it is the policy of the West Virginia judiciary to maintain a professional workplace in which individuals are accorded respect and an environment free of harassment, including verbal or physical conduct that creates an intimidating or hostile environment for any individual on any prohibited basis.

As an employer with an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan, the Court complies with government regulations and related Equal Employment Responsibilities where applicable.

To apply for this position, please email the completed Court Employment Application (available on the Court’s website rtswv.gov), along with a letter of interest highlighting applicable experience, a resume with references, and a writing sample to:
Rebecca Charles, ICA Chief Counsel
Intermediate Court of Appeals of West Virginia
Rebecca.

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