Temporary Pro Se Law Clerk

United States Courts; Louisiana; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Courts in Louisiana seeks a Temporary Pro Se Law Clerk to assist District Judges and Magistrate Judges with prisoner petitions, complaints, and immigration habeas corpus petitions.

The position does not involve representing clients or providing legal advice to pro se litigants. Clerks are expected to adhere to ethical standards and serve the court as assigned by the Chief Judge.

Qualifications

• Temporary Pro Se Law Clerks are appointed by the Chief Judge and serve the court as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal assistance to the court in prisoner petitions, complaints, and immigration habeas corpus petitions.

Job description

Job Details for Temporary Pro Se Law Clerk

Court Name/Organization Louisiana Western District Court

Overview of the Position Temporary Pro Se Law Clerks are appointed by the Chief Judge but perform duties and responsibilities for all District Judges and Magistrate Judges as assigned. The Temporary Pro Se Law Clerks provide legal advice and assistance to the court in connection with prisoner petitions, complaints, and immigration habeas corpus petitions. 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 working for the court.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.