Introduction
The Wisconsin Court of Appeals is recruiting for a limited term (9-month appointment) Staff Attorney to work 30-40 hours per week through June 12, 2026. This LTE Staff Attorney will draft per curiam opinions and summary disposition orders for cases that have been screened by three-judge panels of the Court of Appeals. The work includes record review, legal research, decision drafting, and final editing. The start date for this position will be September or October 2025.
Position Summary
LOCATION: This LTE Staff Attorney will work in one of the court?s four District Offices (Madison, Milwaukee, Waukesha, or Wausau); the District will be selected by the LTE Staff Attorney. Some remote work may be offered after training is complete.
SALARY: $52.39 per hour. This limited-term position does not include paid time off, but unpaid time off can be arranged with the supervisor.
Job Details
RESPONSIBILITIES:
(1) Review court records, conduct legal research, and draft per curiam opinions and summary disposition orders for cases that have been screened by three-judge panels, then revise as necessary in the final editing process.
Qualifications
Required: (1) Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; (2) Licensed to practice law in Wisconsin; (3) Significant legal experience and familiarity with court systems, which may include experience serving as a law clerk or staff attorney for an appellate court or trial-level court, or comparable litigation experience; and (4) Proficiency with Microsoft Word. Preferred: (5) Experience as an appellate court law clerk or staff attorney.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
(1) Employment will require a criminal background check; and (2) the Wisconsin Court System does not sponsor work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire.
How To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume in a single pdf document indicating the position ?25-2533 LTE Staff Attorney" to Human.Resources@wicourts.gov. Your cover letter and resume should showcase your relevant education, experience, skills, and interest in the position. Failure to follow these procedures may result in your disqualification. Applicants may be asked to provide a writing sample and references later in the application process.
Deadline to Apply
All applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. The Wisconsin Court System will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants when requested. For additional information on the court system visit our Web site at www.wicourts.gov.
Qualification
Juris Doctor (JD)
Practice Areas & Specialty
Appellate, Litigation
Job Function: Legal Services / Legal
Job Type: Part Time
Workplace Type: Not Specified
Experience Level: Not Specified
Salary: Competitive & Based on Experience
Experience: 0 - 0 yrs
Company Name: State of Wisconsin
Recruiting People: HR Department
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