Job Details for Term Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge
| Court Name/Organization | Arkansas Western District Court |
| Location | El Dorado, AR |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 08/04/2025 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade | JSP 11 - JSP 13 |
| Salary | $73,939 - $105,383 |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://www.arwd.uscourts.gov/news/term-law-clerk-u-s-magistrate-judge |
| Announcement Number | 25-ARWD-08 |
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Position Description
The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Arkansas is seeking a full‐time term law clerk position to a U.S. Magistrate Judge in El Dorado, AR. This position is anticipated to cover a one-year term, though may be extended at the discretion of the successful applicant and the Judge for an additional period not to exceed a total of four years.
Responsibilities of this position may include but are not limited to the following:
- Research substantive issues of federal and state law
- Draft legal memoranda, opinions, and orders
- Analyze statutes, regulations, and substantive issues in all areas of civil and criminal law
- Perform case management and other administrative desk duties;
- Provide legal counsel and support to the judge
- Exhibit the highest standards of excellence and integrity
Miscellaneous
The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Arkansas is seeking a full‐time term law clerk position to a U.S. Magistrate Judge in El Dorado, AR. This position is anticipated to cover a one-year term, though may be extended at the discretion of the successful applicant and the Judge for an additional period not to exceed a total of four years.
Responsibilities of this position may include but are not limited to the following:
- Research substantive issues of federal and state law
- Draft legal memoranda, opinions, and orders
- Analyze statutes, regulations, and substantive issues in all areas of civil and criminal law
- Perform case management and other administrative desk duties;
- Provide legal counsel and support to the judge
- Exhibit the highest standards of excellence and integrity
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.