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Warner of the Kansas Court of Appeals. A research attorney reviews the briefs and underlying case record, researches questions of law presented, prepares prehearing memoranda based on the facts of the case and applicable law, aids the judge in her decision-making, and performs other tasks as assigned by the judge. A research attorney working in the chambers of the chief judge may be asked to engage in other legal research and provide legal guidance regarding the running of the Court of Appeals. </span></span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">Employment Dates:</span></span></b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">  A firm two-year term, from August 9, 2027, through August 10, 2029.</span></span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">Required Education:</span></span></b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">  The applicant must graduate from an accredited law school, with a GPA in the top quarter of their graduating class. Preference will be given to applicants who are licensed to practice law in Kansas <i>OR</i> who have applied to sit for the July 2026 Kansas bar exam and are eligible to obtain a temporary permit to practice law in Kansas <i>OR</i><b> </b>have a Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) result transferrable to Kansas per Supreme Court Rule 717. <i>Before employment may begin</i>, applicants must (1) apply to take the Kansas bar exam or apply to transfer their UBE score to Kansas, (2) submit proof they successfully completed the MPRE and the character and fitness investigation in Kansas, and (3) obtain a Kansas temporary permit to practice law. </span></span></span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">Required Abilities:</span></span></b><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">  Exercise sound judgment in difficult and confidential situations. Recognize and analyze relevant facts, evidence, issues, and applicable law in complex cases. Write clearly, thoroughly, and concisely in an organized manner. Demonstrate familiarity with Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic legal research methods.</span></span></span></span></span></span><br clear=\"all\" style=\"page-break-before:always;\"><br><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript showing grades for at least four semesters of coursework (may be unofficial), references, and writing sample to Karla Keys at </span></span><a href=\"mailto:[email protected]\" style=\"color:#0000FF;text-decoration:underline;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">[email protected]</span></span></a><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">.</span></span> <span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">Interviews are anticipated to begin in July 2026. Position is open until filled.</span></span></span></span></span></span><br><br><br><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process.  A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch.  If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact </span></span><a href=\"mailto:[email protected]\" style=\"color:#0000FF;text-decoration:underline;\">[email protected]</a> <span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.</span></span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\">THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO/AA/ADA EMPLOYER</span></span></span></span></span><br><br> ",
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