Term Law Clerk

United States District Court; Buffalo (NY); Presencial; USD 78.000 - 145.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

United States District Court, Western District of New York in Buffalo, NY, seeks a Term Law Clerk to support a United States Magistrate Judge. The role involves legal research, case review, and drafting memoranda and orders to assist expeditious decision-making.

Candidates should have a law degree, bar admission, and strong analytical writing abilities; federal clerkship and substantial attorney experience are preferred.

Formación

• Must have graduated from law school and be admitted to the bar.
• Preferred federal clerkship experience.
• At least two years’ experience practicing as an attorney.
• Strong analytical ability and research and writing skills.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct legal research.
• Review case records and filings, analyze options.
• Draft legal memoranda and propose opinions and orders.
• Discuss legal analysis with the Judge.
• Provide procedural information to litigants and counsel.
• Perform case management and other duties in court administration.

Descripción del empleo

UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT

WESTERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK

Address: 2 Niagara Square, Buffalo, NY

Website: www.nywd.uscourts.gov

Position: Term Law Clerk

The lifetime limitation for term appointments allows a law clerk to serve in the Judiciary for no more than four cumulative years.

Vacancy: 26-15

Duty Station: Buffalo, New York

Salary:

JSP Grade 11 ($78,091-$101,524)

JSP Grade 12 ($93,598-$121,680)

JSP Grade 13 ($111,301-$144,694)

Salary commensurate with experience and education

Overview

The United States District Court for the Western District of New York is seeking a law clerk to support a United States Magistrate Judge.

Law clerks provide the Court with procedural and substantive legal advice regarding the disposition and efficient completion of cases. They review, summarize, research, and analyze matters before the Court. Their research and recommendations assist the Court in resolving legal arguments presented and in deciding cases expeditiously. to view a brief video about legal professionals working in the Courts.

Representative Duties

• Conduct legal research
• Review case records and filings, and analyze options
• Draft legal memoranda and propose opinions and orders
• Discuss legal analysis with the Judge
• Provide procedural information to litigants and counsel
• Perform case management and other duties associated with the administration of cases

Qualification Requirements

To qualify, eligible candidates must have graduated from law school and be admitted to the bar.

Preferred Qualifications/Court Preferred Skills

Prior federal clerkship experience, at least two years’ experience as practicing attorney, standing within the upper quarter of law school, superior analytical ability and strong legal research and writing skills, and experience on the editorial board of a law review or law journal preferred.

Organizational Relationship

This position reports directly to a United States Magistrate Judge.

Background Investigation

This is a sensitive position within the Judiciary. Employment will be considered provisional pending successful completion of an Office of Personnel Management background check and a favorable suitability determination.

Important Dates

Position Available: 03/01/2027

Application Deadline: Until filled

Applicant Information

Employees must adhere to a Code of Conduct. The Court provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Veterans’ preference is not a factor used in Judicial Branch appointments. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents seeking U.S. citizenship. Positions with the U.S. Courts are excepted service appointments, which are “at will” and may be terminated with or without cause. Employees are required to use electronic funds transfer for payroll deposit.

The United States District Court for the Western District of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer.