Judicial Attorney to Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy

Schedule: Full-time

Judicial Attorney to

Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy

Supreme Court of Ohio

Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy on the Supreme Court of Ohio is accepting applications for the position of Law Clerk or Judicial Attorney in her chambers. The position will commence on September 1, 2025, and will run through August 30, 2026, with the possibility of extension.

What You'll Do:

Judicial Attorneys review and analyze arguments presented in a variety of motions, memoranda, and briefs involving all areas of the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction under Article IV, Section 2(B) of the Ohio Constitution. In addition, Judicial Attorneys research and prepare initial drafts of merit opinions at the direction of the Chief Justice.

What we’re looking for:

The successful applicant will be a recent graduate from law school or a licensed attorney with exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills. Elite performance in law school, participation on a law review or moot court board, or publication of a noteworthy article is preferred. Prior clerkship experience and experience in writ practice will be considered positively. The ability to work independently, collaboratively, and efficiently is required. The successful applicant will be expected to perform his or her duties on a daily basis in the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center in Columbus.

Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal

Professional Skills: Written Communication