Term Law Clerk to U.S. District Judge Tiffany Cartwright - U.S. District Court, Western District of WA

Agency Name: U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington

Position / Job Title : Term Law Clerk to U.S. District Judge Tiffany M. Cartwright

Location: Tacoma, WA

Category : Attorney

Job Description: The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington seeks a Career Law Clerk and two Term Law Clerks from all backgrounds for incoming United States District Judge Tiffany M. Cartwright in Tacoma, Washington. The start date for the positions is pending Judge Cartwright’s appointment but is anticipated to be early September 2023. Applications for a Term Law Clerk position beginning September 2024 may also be considered. These positions are full-time (80 hours per two-week period).

Law Clerks work closely with the Judge on civil and criminal litigation filed in District Court. Law Clerks conduct research and prepare drafts of opinions and orders and have the opportunity to work on various long-term projects, be involved in courtroom proceedings, and assist in the judicial extern program. Law Clerks are also responsible for some administrative duties in chambers. The Career Law Clerk will also be responsible for administrative duties in chambers, will assist in running chambers, and will assist in oversight for externs.

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited law school. Candidates for the Career Law Clerk position must have at least two years prior federal judicial clerkship experience or three years litigation experience. Candidates must demonstrate superior research and writing skills, quick analytical ability, strong interpersonal and time management skills, and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team. Candidates should also be experienced with Word, Westlaw, Lexis, and related software. Candidates must have a high regard for confidentiality and ethics and a demonstrated commitment to diversity and an inclusive work environment.

Link to Application: https://www.wawd.uscourts.gov/careers-job-openings