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Job Details for Temporary Law Clerk

Court Name/Organization: Nevada Bankruptcy Court
Overview of the Position: The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Nevada has an opening for a Temporary Law Clerk. This is a full-time position located at the Foley Federal Building and United States Courthouse in Las Vegas. The successful applicant will provide law clerk support for the active and visiting bankruptcy judges serving the District of Nevada. The position is temporary for one year and one day. Duties include but are not limited to: Performing legal research; drafting memoranda, orders and other writings; and coordinating settlement conferences
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Opening and Closing Dates: 07/08/2024 - Open Until Filled
Appointment Type: Temporary
Classification Level/Grade: JSP 11 - JSP 13
Salary: $74,050 - $105,542
Link to Court Careers Information: https://www.nvb.uscourts.gov/
Announcement Number: 24-03-09NVB
Qualification

Efficient and high-quality legal research, analysis, and concise legal writing; mindfulness for multiple pending deadlines; sound judgment; and a service-oriented and collaborative work ethic are required.  At the time of appointment, applicants must be law school graduates. Starting salary will commensurate with work experience. 

How To Apply

Email a detailed resume, cover letter and writing sample (10 pages or less) to denise_kirkling-styles@nvb.uscourts.gov

This position requires mandatory electronic fund transfer for payment of net pay and a background check including fingerprinting. 

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.