Counsel to the Business Court Division

Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia — Counsel to the Business Court Division — Employment OpportunityThe Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia is hiring for Counsel to the Business Court Division. This person will work in the Administrative Office of the Supreme Court and be responsible for providing legal and administrative support to the judges appointed to the Business Court Division. The position supports all aspects of the Business Court Division, including monitoring case assignments and status of cases; preparing assignment orders; reviewing motions, performing legal research, and preparing orders; acting as a point of communication for attorneys who need information regarding Business Court Division cases; and preparing the Business Court Division's annual report. The position is responsible for coordinating courthouse facilities, bailiffs, and court reporters when Business Court Division judges need to conduct in‑court proceedings. The role provides a unique opportunity to learn Business Court Division operations and gain practical experience while working in a challenging, high volume, highly variable and fast‑paced environment. The position is also responsible for undertaking assignments, as needed by the Administrative Office.Qualifications Current or future member of the West Virginia State BarMinimum of five (5) years of legal experience, preferably in business litigation as defined in West Virginia Trial Court Rule29.04Strong organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent communication, legal research, and writing skillsAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, exercise good judgment, and maintain tact, composure, and confidentialityDuties and Responsibilities Monitoring case assignments and preparing assignment ordersMonitoring the status of cases assigned to the Business Court DivisionReviewing motions, performing legal research, and drafting ordersPreparing confidential legal memorandaAttending court hearings, as requestedAdvising and assisting judges with legal issuesCommunicating with attorneys, circuit court clerks, and court personnelPreparing the Business Court Division's annual reportCoordinating courthouse facilities, bailiffs and court reporters for in‑court proceedingsUndertaking assignments, as needed by the Administrative OfficeCompensation and Benefits Competitive salary based on experience and qualificationsYears of Service salary increasesMedical InsuranceOptional Flexible Benefits Coverage (dental, vision, disability, and excess medical)Life InsuranceDefined benefit pension planSection457 deferred compensation plan, 12 paid holidays, and annual and sick leaveEqual Opportunity in Employment: 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia — Counsel to the Business Court Division — Employment OpportunityThe Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia is hiring for Counsel to the Business Court Division. This person will work in the Administrative Office of the Supreme Court and be responsible for providing legal and administrative support to the judges appointed to the Business Court Division. The position supports all aspects of the Business Court Division, including monitoring case assignments and status of cases; preparing assignment orders; reviewing motions, performing legal research, and preparing orders; acting as a point of communication for attorneys who need information regarding Business Court Division cases; and preparing the Business Court Division's annual report. The position is responsible for coordinating courthouse facilities, bailiffs, and court reporters when Business Court Division judges need to conduct in‑court proceedings. The role provides a unique opportunity to learn Business Court Division operations and gain practical experience while working in a challenging, high volume, highly variable and fast‑paced environment. The position is also responsible for undertaking assignments, as needed by the Administrative Office.Qualifications Current or future member of the West Virginia State BarMinimum of five (5) years of legal experience, preferably in business litigation as defined in West Virginia Trial Court Rule29.04Strong organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent communication, legal research, and writing skillsAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, exercise good judgment, and maintain tact, composure, and confidentialityDuties and Responsibilities Monitoring case assignments and preparing assignment ordersMonitoring the status of cases assigned to the Business Court DivisionReviewing motions, performing legal research, and drafting ordersPreparing confidential legal memorandaAttending court hearings, as requestedAdvising and assisting judges with legal issuesCommunicating with attorneys, circuit court clerks, and court personnelPreparing the Business Court Division's annual reportCoordinating courthouse facilities, bailiffs and court reporters for in‑court proceedingsUndertaking assignments, as needed by the Administrative OfficeCompensation and Benefits Competitive salary based on experience and qualificationsYears of Service salary increasesMedical InsuranceOptional Flexible Benefits Coverage (dental, vision, disability, and excess medical)Life InsuranceDefined benefit pension planSection457 deferred compensation plan, 12 paid holidays, and annual and sick leaveEqual Opportunity in Employment: 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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