Law Clerk (Temporary)

NACBA; Buffalo, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States District Court for the Western District of New York seeks a temporary law clerk to support Judge John L. Sinatra, Jr. The clerk will review, summarize, research, and analyze matters before the Court, providing procedural information to litigants and counsel as needed.

Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting memoranda, and assisting with case management. A JD is required, with strong research and writing skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from law school.
• Strong legal research and writing skills; outstanding analytical ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research
• Review case records and filings, analyze issues
• Draft legal memoranda and proposed opinions
• Discuss legal analysis with assigned Judge
• Provide procedural information to litigants and counsel
• Perform case management and other duties associated with the administration of cases

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Legal analysis

Draft memoranda

Education

JD or equivalent

Job description

Position:Law Clerk (Temporary)

Vacancy:26-11

Duty Station:Buffalo, New York

Salary: Salary commensurate with

experience and education

Overview

The United States District Court for the Western District of New York is seeking a temporary law clerk to support United States District Judge John L. Sinatra, Jr. Law clerks provide the Court with procedural and substantive legal advice regarding the disposition and efficient completion of cases. They review, summarize, research, and analyze matters before the Court. Their research and recommendations assist the Court in resolving legal arguments presented and in deciding cases expeditiously. CLICK HERE to view a brief video about legal professionals working in the Courts.

Representative Duties

• Conduct legal research
• Review case records and filings, and analyze legal issues
• Draft legal memoranda and propose opinions and orders
• Discuss legal analysis with assigned Judge
• Provide procedural information to litigants and counsel
• Perform case management and other duties associated with the administration of cases

Qualification Requirements

To qualify, eligible candidates must have graduated from law school.

Preferred Qualifications/Court Preferred Skills

Prior experience, standing within the upper quarter of law school class, superior analytical ability and strong legal research and writing skills, and experience on the editorial board of a law review or law journal preferred.

Organizational Relationship

This position reports directly to United States District Judge JohnL. Sinatra, Jr.

Benefits

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Background Investigation

This is a sensitive position within the Judiciary.Employment will be considered provisional pending successful completion of an Office of Personnel Management background check and a favorable suitability determination.