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2026-JDS-14 - Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge Pending Appointment
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<div>Position Overview Law Clerk responsibilities: Enjoys full responsibility for all aspects of assigned civil and criminal cases from inception to conclusion. Reviews complaints, petitions, motions, and pleadings that have been filed to identify and analyze the issues involved and basis for relief; performs legal research as required; identifies problem areas, makes recommendations, and offers solutions in assigned cases; provides information and advice to the Judge in connection with pending litigation; drafts appropriate recommendations and substantive orders; keeps abreast of changes in the law to aid the Judge in keeping current; and performs other duties as assigned. <br/><br/>Qualifications/Requirements To qualify for the position of law clerk on the personal staff of a federal judge, a person must be a law school graduate (or be certified as having completed all law school studies and requirements and merely awaiting conferment of degree) from a law school of recognized standing, and have one or more of the following attributes: <br/>• Standing within the upper third of the law school class from a law school on the approved list of either the American Bar Association or the Association of American Law Schools <br/> <br/> Est. Start Date: September 2026 <br/><br/>Position: Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge (Pending Appointment) Ann. No: 2026-JDS-14 No. Vacancy: One or More Full-Time Positions (1 Year Term) Duty Station: Fort Pierce Salary: Commensurate with Legal Work Experience <br/> <br/>Important Dates <br/> <br/>Opening: 05/22/2026 <br/> <br/>Closing: Open Until Filled <br/> <br/>NOTICE OF VACANCY <br/> <br/>400 North Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida 33128 <br/> <br/>Website: www.flsd.uscourts.gov <br/> <br/>Phone: (305) 523-5980 - Human Resources <br/> <br/>U.S. District Court, Southern District of <br/> <br/>Florida <br/> <br/>The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida is comprised of eighteen authorized United States District Judges, nine Senior United States District Judges, sixteen full-time United States Magistrate Judges and one recalled United States Magistrate Judge. The District spans a geographical area that encompasses nine counties, at its southernmost includes Monroe County and at its northernmost includes Indian River County. The Clerk's Office maintains its headquarters in downtown Miami and includes four divisional courthouses. <br/> <br/>Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge Pending Appointment - Ann. No. 2026-JDS-14 <br/><br/>• Experience on the editorial board of a law review of such a school • Graduation from such a school with an LLM degree • Demonstrated proficiency in legal studies which in the opinion of the <br/> <br/>judge is the equivalent of one of the above. <br/> <br/>Court Preferred Skills: • A standing within the upper twenty percent (20%) of the class upon <br/> <br/>graduation from law school. • At least 2 or more of the attributes listed above as <br/> <br/>qualifications/requirements. • Previous federal clerkship experience and/or prior litigation experience <br/> <br/>in the private or public sector. • A minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience gained after law <br/> <br/>school graduation. • Outstanding legal research and writing skills. • Proficient computer skills, internet research, and word processing skills. <br/> <br/>Salary The pay rate offered is subject to Judicial Officer approval. <br/> <br/> JSP Grade Level Legal Work Experience Bar Membership <br/> <br/>JSP Grade 11 - $79,533 0 No JSP Grade 12 - $95,326 1 Full-Time Year Yes JSP Grade 13 - $113,356 2 Full-Time Years Yes JSP Grade 14 - $133,953 *3 Full-Time Years Yes <br/> <br/>*Availability of the JSP Grade 14 pay rate is subject to restrictions of the Judicial Salary Plan pay system. Appointment at or promotion to JSP Grade 14 requires two years of federal chambers law clerk, staff attorney, pro se law clerk, bankruptcy, appellate panel law clerk, or death penalty law clerk experience. <br/> <br/>Legal Work Experience Progressively responsible experience in the practice of law, in legal research, legal administration or equivalent experience received after graduation from law school. Major or substantial legal activities while in military service may be credited on a month-for-month basis whether before or after graduation, but not to exceed one year before graduation from law school. <br/> <br/>Personal Characteristics The successful candidate is mature, responsible, poised, and tactful, exercises good judgment, uses initiative, and maintains a professional appearance and demeanor at all times. Candidate is also able to work harmoniously with others and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. <br/><br/>How to Apply <br/> <br/>Submit complete Application package electronically in pdf-format. The required items must be consolidated into one document in the order listed below. Do not copy/paste your documents into the email. <br/> <br/>Please make sure to write "2026- JDS-14" on subject line and email to: flsd_hrmail@flsd.uscourts.gov <br/> <br/> A complete Application includes: <br/> <br/> 1. Cover Letter 2. Detailed Resume with exact dates <br/> <br/>of employment and salary history 3. Copy of final law school transcript <br/> <br/>showing a minimum of 2 years of law school grades <br/> <br/>4. List of References (min of 2) 5. Legal Writing Sample <br/> <br/>Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge Pending Appointment - Ann. No. 2026-JDS-14 <br/><br/>Benefits Employees of the United States District Court are Excepted Appointments and considered At-Will judicial employees. Federal Government Civil Service classifications or regulations do not apply. Electronic direct deposit of salary payments is mandatory. Term Law Clerks appointed for at least one year and one day are eligible for ten paid national holidays per calendar year; participating in a pre-tax Federal Employees Health Insurance Program; may sign up for a pre-tax Flexible Spending Account; and may elect coverage in group insurance programs for Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability.</div>
