Job Details for Term Law Clerk
| Court Name/Organization | Oregon Bankruptcy Court |
| Overview of the Position | Judge Kathryn F. Evans of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Oregon is now accepting applications for the full-time position of Term Law Clerk with administrative duties. This position will be available in September 2026. |
| Location | Eugene, OR |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 03/23/2026 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade | JSP 11 - JSP 13 |
| Salary | Not specified |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://www.orb.uscourts.gov/employment |
| Announcement Number | Vacancy 2026-03 |
| Link to Job Announcement | |
Position Description
Perform substantive review and processing of proposed orders, chapter 13 cases scheduled for confirmation, attorney fee applications, and other bankruptcy case documents to determine issues involved and compliance with legal requirements. Assist the judge during court hearings and with drafting related opinions and orders, including proofreading and cite-checking. Prepare pre-hearing memoranda for the judge’s review. Chambers administrative duties include answering the telephone; advising appropriate court personnel and parties on the status of particular cases; filing updates to treatises and other reference materials; and assisting the judge with administrative tasks including scheduling meetings and appointments and assisting with travel arrangements.
Miscellaneous
Perform substantive review and processing of proposed orders, chapter 13 cases scheduled for confirmation, attorney fee applications, and other bankruptcy case documents to determine issues involved and compliance with legal requirements. Assist the judge during court hearings and with drafting related opinions and orders, including proofreading and cite-checking. Prepare pre-hearing memoranda for the judge’s review. Chambers administrative duties include answering the telephone; advising appropriate court personnel and parties on the status of particular cases; filing updates to treatises and other reference materials; and assisting the judge with administrative tasks including scheduling meetings and appointments and assisting with travel arrangements.
Application Info
Before applying please read the vacancy announcement for detailed information about the position and application instructions. The vacancy announcement is posted on the court's employment page at https://www.orb.uscourts.gov/employment.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.