Job Details for Term Law Clerk
| Court Name/Organization | Kentucky Eastern District Court |
| Overview of the Position | U.S. Magistrate Judge Matthew A. Stinnett, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky, seeks applicants for a 1 or 2-year term law clerk position beginning in August 2026. Judge Stinnett welcomes all applications. Applicants should demonstrate a record of academic excellence, with preferences for the upper third of the class and experience on a law journal. Candidates must possess strong legal writing skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage both the substantive and administrative demands of a busy docket. The position also requires the capacity to work independently on complex legal matters and to interact with litigants and the public in a professional and respectful manner. |
| Location | Lexington, KY |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 04/30/2025 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Temporary |
| Classification Level/Grade | JSP 11-14 |
| Salary | $72,553 - $158,860 |
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The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.