Pro Se Law Clerk – Civil Rights & Habeas Research, Flexible

United States Courts; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Transportation subsidy

Pre-tax programs (health, dependent)

Job summary

The United States Courts is seeking a Pro Se Law Clerk for the Southern District of California. The role involves substantive screening of civil rights complaints and habeas petitions filed by unrepresented prisoners, with responsibilities including legal research and preparing opinions and orders.

The incumbent works independently and as part of a team, reviewing docket activity, maintaining records, advising staff, and performing related duties.

Qualifications

• Must be a law school graduate (JD).
• Prior pro se law clerk, staff attorney, judicial clerkship, or externship experience preferred but not required.
• Limited telework may be considered for ideal candidates with remote credentials and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Substantively screen civil rights complaints and habeas corpus petitions filed by prisoners without counsel.
• Conduct legal research and draft opinions/orders with the Court.
• Assist chambers and clerk’s office staff; monitor prisoner case docket activity and maintain case records/statistics.
• Advise on workflow priorities and perform other administrative duties as required.

Skills

Legal research

Strong written communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

The United States Courts is seeking a Pro Se Law Clerk for the Southern District of California. The role involves substantive screening of civil rights complaints and habeas petitions filed by unrepresented prisoners, with responsibilities including legal research and preparing opinions and orders.

The incumbent works independently and as part of a team, reviewing docket activity, maintaining records, advising staff, and performing related duties.