Senior Federal Circuit Mediator

United States Courts for the Ninth Circuit; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Hybrid telework opportunities

Health and life insurance plans

Pension plan with employer matching

Public transit subsidy

Job summary

United States Courts for the Ninth Circuit seeks a Circuit Mediator to lead settlement discussions in a wide range of civil matters, including rights, employment, IP, and environmental disputes. The role involves coordinating conference calls, shaping settlement processes, and drafting orders, all within the Ninth Circuit’s mediation program.

The successful candidate will have a JD, active bar admission, and substantial litigation experience, preferably in federal courts, with formal mediation

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active bar admission and eligibility to practice before a court.
• Minimum six years of post-law school experience, ten years preferred, in litigation or appellate work, federal court preferred.
• Mediation experience and formal mediation training strongly preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of civil litigation and federal rules of civil and appellate procedure.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate settlement discussions among parties and their counsel in diverse civil matters.
• Conduct conference calls and oversee negotiations to develop settlement processes.
• Assist with procedural matters, draft orders, and educate the bar about the mediation program.
• Manage conflicts and promote understanding of legal, practical, personal, and financial implications of litigation.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Emotional intelligence

Interpersonal skills

Judgment and discretion

Reliability & flexibility

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Bar admission

Job description

United States Courts for the Ninth Circuit seeks a Circuit Mediator to lead settlement discussions in a wide range of civil matters, including rights, employment, IP, and environmental disputes. The role involves coordinating conference calls, shaping settlement processes, and drafting orders, all within the Ninth Circuit’s mediation program.

The successful candidate will have a JD, active bar admission, and substantial litigation experience, preferably in federal courts, with formal mediation