Judicial Law Clerk

Job Description

Full-Time Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Todd M. Sponseller, Court of Common Pleas of Franklin & Fulton Counties, officed in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.

Open to Law School Graduates AND Third-year students anticipating Spring 2026 graduation. 

Anticipated start: August 2026

Summary Description:

This position performs legal work, under the direction of the Judge, by providing assistance in reviewing legal filings, researching issues before the court, and writing opinions.   Additionally, the Clerk is responsible for maintaining case-flow tracking, and assisting the Judge with decisions and court preparation. The Clerk is expected to work in a manner that upholds the Mission, Vision, and Operating Principles of The 39th Judicial District, in compliance with the Rules of the Court’s Procedures in Criminal, Civil, Family, Juvenile and Orphans’ Court divisions, and in adherence to the Unified Judicial System’s policies and Code of Conduct.

Duties: 

Review complaints, motions, petitions, and other filings for completeness and compliance

Perform legal research related to specific issues before the Court

Compose/Draft Opinions and Orders for Immediate and Appeal Cases

Actively track pending cases and motions activity

Assist in preparation of trial as needed

Attend court proceedings as requested

Perform other duties as assigned

Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and respect for people and their time