Staff Attorney for the Chief Justice

Company: Wyoming Judicial Branch
Location: Cheyenne
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Wyoming Supreme Court, located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, seeks to hire a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Attorney for Chief Justice Lynne Boomgaarden. This position involves a variety of complex work duties, including mentoring and supervision of externs and term clerks. As a Staff Attorney, you will have the opportunity to conduct legal research, write memoranda and draft opinions, and perform other duties as assigned to support Chief Justice Boomgaarden and the work of the Supreme Court of the State of Wyoming. Work is performed on-site at the Wyoming Supreme Court building however, remote work arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis. The Wyoming Supreme Court is the final arbiter of cases that arise under state law. Its decisions are final except for cases that involve a question of federal law, which can be appealed to the United States Supreme Court. Our offices are in Cheyenne, Wyoming which is home to Cheyenne Frontier Days rodeo and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. Cheyenne, the capital of Wyoming, is a growing metropolitan area which thrives on its Western heritage. Salary will be determined based on your valuable work experience as an attorney, recognizing your expertise and contributions to the legal field. In addition to an annual salary, employees of the Wyoming Judicial Branch receive a generous benefits package to include the State of Wyoming retirement pension plan and 457 Deferred Comp plan; affordable health insurance package including health, dental, life, vision, disability insurance, ambulance coverage, and Employee Assistance Program; paid annual, sick and holiday leave, and much more.

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