Law Student - Government in Anderson, SC

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Anderson, SC

Law Student - Government in Anderson, SC

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Job Title: Term Law Clerk to Chief . District Judge for the District of South Carolina
Organization: **Members Only**
Experience: Law school graduate with standing in upper third of class or equivalent experience
Salary Range: JSP 11 - $72,553 to JSP 13 - $134,435
Location: Anderson, SC
Appointment Type: Permanent
Application Deadline: Open until filled (preference given to applications received by November 22, 2024)

Overview:
- This vacancy is for a term law clerk to Chief . District Judge for the District of South Carolina Timothy M. Cain.
- The law clerk has full responsibility for assigned civil and criminal cases.
- Duties include reviewing complaints for jurisdiction, conducting legal research, drafting proposed orders, managing a civil docket, and attending court proceedings.
- Other duties include administrative tasks such as handling the chambers' calendar, answering the phone, and greeting visitors.
- This position requires a detail-oriented self-starter with excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Maturity, ethics, and commitment to the law are required.
- Some travel may be required.
- Proficiency in computer assisted research, Windows, and Microsoft Word is necessary.
- This appointment is intended to last for at least one year, with the option to extend for up to four additional years.
- The position is located in the upstate of South Carolina, with a duty station in Anderson, SC and some work in Greenville, SC.
- The caseload is heavy and diverse, often involving complex legal issues.
- The office environment is personable with daily interaction with the judge and other court staff.

Qualifications:
- Law school graduate with standing in upper third of class or equivalent experience.
- Experience on the editorial board of a legal journal or other scholarly publication is preferred.
- Post-law school legal work experience is preferred.
- Experience with Westlaw is also preferred.
- Excellent legal writing skills are required.

Benefits:
- Eligible for health insurance.
- May be eligible for dental, vision, and life insurance depending on length of term.
- Paid vacation and sick time may be available.
- Not eligible for Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).

How to Apply:
- Submit a cover letter, resume, Application for Judicial Branch Employment (AO-78), writing sample, and list of at least three professional references.
- Application packet must be complete to be considered.
- Only selected applicants will be notified for the next phase of the selection process.
- Participation in the interview process is at the applicant's own expense and relocation expenses will not be provided.
- Unsuccessful applicants will not receive notice.
- Application packets can be mailed or emailed.
- Mailed applications should be sent to the address provided.
- Emailed applications should be in PDF format and sent to the provided email address.

The United States District Court for the District of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer.