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Job Details for Term Law Clerk

Court Name/Organization California Eastern District Court
Overview of the Position The court has nominated Frank J. Singer to fill a U.S. Magistrate Judge position in our Fresno, California courthouse. Incoming Magistrate Judge Singer’s appointment has been confirmed and he will enter on duty on March 23, 2026. Incoming Magistrate Judge Singer is seeking applicants for a term law clerk position. The incumbent would support Incoming Magistrate Judge Singer by conducting extensive research and writing on a wide range of matters arising in federal litigation. The incumbent also would assist with managing the judge’s caseload and preparing for case-related hearings, conferences, and trials. An initial one-year term of appointment is preferred. The term may be extended for up to three additional years by mutual agreement. Applicants must be available for a start date of employment between April 1, 2026 and Sept. 1, 2026. The selected applicant will be expected to perform work in our Fresno courthouse, and occasional, limited telework may be authorized by Incoming Magistrate Judge Singer. Application materials must consist of material that is the candidate’s own original work and not composed or substantially edited by other individuals or by generative AI tools (such as ChatGPT or Claude).
Location Fresno, CA
Opening and Closing Dates 02/13/2026 - 04/03/2026
Appointment Type Permanent
Classification Level/Grade JSP 11 - JSP 13
Salary $75,055 - $106,973
Announcement Number 2026-12

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.