Clerk of Court at the Cantonal Court, 2nd Division, in the area of Criminal Law (a)

Working for the Canton of Luzern means helping to shape the future - that of the canton, its inhabitants, and not least your own. More than 7'000 employees in 200 different professions contribute daily to the excellent quality of life in our canton.

The Cantonal Court is the highest judicial authority of the Canton of Luzern. The 2nd Division is primarily responsible for the adjudication of proceedings in the area of criminal law and disputes in family law.

The "a" in the job title stands for "alle" (all). The Canton of Luzern stands for diversity and variety.

Clerk of Court at the Cantonal Court, 2nd Division, in the area of Criminal Law (a) #

80% - 100% | Luzern | Entry from 1 January 2027 or by arrangement ##

The 2nd Division of the Cantonal Court of Luzern deals with demanding proceedings in criminal law, in particular appeals, revisions, and issues regarding the execution of sentences. A collegial, appreciative team, close cooperation with the judges, a varied legal working environment, and attractive development opportunities await you. Comprehensive onboarding as well as guidance by a mentor will facilitate your entry into your new function.

Your tasks

• In close cooperation with the judges, you support decision-making and process management and prepare well-founded decision bases.
• You independently draft judgment and decision drafts in criminal law and thereby contribute to precise and comprehensible judicial decisions.
• You analyze demanding legal issues, structure complex facts, and develop clear as well as convincing solution approaches.
• You participate in court hearings and internal judgment deliberations and take the minutes.
• In exchange with judges and the team, you actively participate and make an important contribution to the quality of jurisprudence.

Your profile

• A completed legal studies degree as well as the lawyer's patent form the basis of your qualification.
• Ideally, you bring experience in criminal law, for example through activities at a court, in administration, or in a law firm.
• You work precisely, independently, and reliably and maintain an overview even with demanding facts.
• You have a very good written expression and the ability to present complex legal contexts clearly and understandably.
• You value close cooperation with judges and colleagues, contribute constructively to the team, and communicate confidently and appropriately to the target group.

Courts
Kantonsgericht
Dr. iur. Chris Lehner
President criminal chamber

+41 41 228 68 82

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