Pro Se Law Clerk - Staff Attorney

United States Courts; Corpus Christi (TX); Remote; USD 75,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas seeks a temporary Pro Se Law Clerk/Staff Attorney in the Corpus Christi division. This role provides legal support to the court on prisoner petitions and complaints and is appointed by the Chief Judge, serving all district judges as needed.

The position is temporary with possible telework, requires a writing sample and resume, and offers a salary range of $75,042 to $164,310 depending on qualifications and JSP level.

Qualifications

• Temporary Pro Se Law Clerk/Staff Attorney position.
• Location: Corpus Christi division; full-time telework may be considered.
• Requires writing sample and resume.
• Salary range: $75,042 – $164,310 (JSP 11–14). Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provides legal advice and assistance to the court on prisoner petitions and complaints.
• Appointed by the Chief Judge but performs duties for all District Judges as assigned.

Job description

Job Details for Pro Se Law Clerk - Staff Attorney

Court Name/Organization Texas Southern District and Bankruptcy Court

Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas is accepting applications for a Temporary Pro Se Law Clerk/Staff Attorney position. Based on current data, the position is expected to last at least until September 30, 2028, and may be renewed thereafter, depending on the available funding. The Temporary Pro Se Law Clerk/Staff Attorney is appointed by the Chief Judge but performs duties and responsibilities for all District Judges as assigned. The Temporary Pro Se Law Clerk/Staff Attorney provides legal advice and assistance to the court in connection with prisoner petitions and complaints. This position does not involve representing clients or providing legal advice to pro se litigants. Ethical considerations prohibit the lawyer employed in this position from practicing law in any capacity for compensation outside or in addition to work for the court. This position is located in the Corpus Christi division. For the right candidate, full time telework may be considered. Please provide a writing sample and a resume. Salary Range: $75,042 - $164,310 (JSP 11 - 14). Salary commensurate with qualifications.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.