Term Law Clerk

United States Courts; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Courts is seeking a full-time, 18-month Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge Ivan D. Davis in the Eastern District of Virginia.

The role involves legal research and writing support, bench memos, and drafting orders, with communication to counsel on case management and procedural matters. Position is on-site in Alexandria with potential telework approval. Start mid-September to early October 2026; preference for candidates with civil litigation experience and readiness to begin

Qualifications

• Legal research and writing proficiency.
• Experience with civil litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal research and writing support, draft bench memos and orders.
• Communicate with counsel regarding case management and procedures.
• Assist the judge during courtroom proceedings and settlement conferences.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Courtroom communication

Job description

Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia is currently accepting applications for a full-time, Term (18-Month) Law Clerk to United States Magistrate Judge Ivan D. Davis. This position provides legal research and writing assistance, prepares bench memos, drafts orders and opinions, communicates with counsel regarding case management and procedural requirements, and assists the Judge during courtroom proceedings and settlement conferences. 18-month availability required. Position to begin mid-September – beginning of October 2026 for a 18-month term. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure to federal trial level practice in one of the nation’s largest and busiest districts. This position is on-site in our Alexandria division, and some telework may be authorized with prior approval. Preference given to candidates who can start as soon as possible and have civil litigation experience.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.