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Career Law Clerk

U.S. Courts -
Norfolk, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$106,950 - $164,296 a year

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Computer operation
Microsoft Outlook
Writing skills
Content editing
Zoom
Video conferencing software
Microsoft Teams
Video conferences (communication methods)
Bar
Video conferencing systems operation

Full Job Description

Summary

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia seeks a Career Law Clerk for Judge Arenda L. Wright Allen beginning June 1, 2026. Duties include legal research, reviewing filings, drafting memos and orders, and managing chambers operations. Strong writing skills are required; prior federal clerkship experience is preferred.

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This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:

Closely monitor dockets of all pending cases and draft orders, as appropriate, for scheduling and discovery-related issues, default proceedings, service deficiencies, and other miscellaneous matters.
Serve as chambers liaison for all outside personnel, including other District and Magistrate Judges, the Clerk of Court, the Clerk's Office staff, the Probation and Pretrial Services Office, and the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts.
Train, assist and supervise the two bi-annual term law clerks extensively.
Receive, screen, and refer telephone and in-person callers.
Prepare in final form the judge's written correspondence, memoranda, annual reports, and other items. Assemble and attach supplemental material as required.
Monitor all incoming mail and email communication; screen incoming mail daily, routing the mail to appropriate recipients; review all outgoing mail for accuracy.
Maintain the judge's calendar; schedule, change, and cancel meetings, appointments, and hearings as directed; relieve the judge of routine details and oversee chambers supply stock and general chambers' management.
Arrange all business travel itineraries for the judge, including plane tickets, hotel reservations, lodging plans, car rentals, and other arrangements.
Perform other miscellaneous administrative duties as assigned by the judge and as necessary for the efficient operation of chambers.

LAW CLERK DUTIES:

Research and analyze novel and complex legal issues in diverse areas of federal criminal law and civil litigation.
Draft orders and memorandum opinions in civil and criminal cases for the judge's review.
Prepare bench memoranda and other written materials for motions hearings and trial proceedings, as directed.
Provide information and guidance to the judge on individual cases, as directed.
Perform extensive computer legal research via Westlaw and/or Lexis.
Monitor significant changes in federal statutes, sentencing guidelines, and Supreme Court and Fourth Circuit precedent.
Review and edit orders, opinions and memoranda drafted by term law clerks and staff attorneys.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Employees must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees, which is available to applicants to review upon request.
Employees will be hired provisionally pending the results of a background investigation.
Employees are required to use the Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The Career Law Clerk manages a large docket of civil and criminal cases and has primary responsibilities regarding the drafting and finalizing of opinions and orders. This fast-paced "Rocket Docket" District demands excellent writing and analytical skills. The successful applicant must meet multiple deadlines in a timely and organized fashion and must be able to produce written materials (i.e. orders, opinions, etc.) quickly and accurately. Flexibility to meet demanding deadlines and a concomitant strong work ethic are both required. Candidates must maintain a courteous and professional demeanor within chambers, the Court, and the Bar, and before the public.

At the time of appointment, the candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:

A graduate of an ABA accredited law school with an excellent law school record (top 10% ranking and law review editorial board experience is preferred).
Possess a legal license, with Virginia Bar membership preferred but not required.
A strong work ethic, collaborative spirit, and "can do" and resourceful attitude.
The ability to thrive and lift up others in an environment that is mission-centered, deadline-driven, team-based, and highly dynamic.
Demonstrated excellence in performing legal research, writing, and analysis.
Extensive skills in computer assisted research, and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Adobe PDF, Outlook, Zoom and Microsoft Teams is required.
Strong attention to detail, including meticulous editing skills.
Ability and desire to work as part of a team, including being a thought partner for others, and to take collective ownership of the work and well-being of chambers.
Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to communicate well and respectfully with persons of diverse backgrounds, identities, and abilities; a talent for adapting quickly and effectively; and awareness of what helps others do their jobs well.
Work habits that result in being consistently prepared, very organized, and able to anticipate challenges and propose solutions.
The capability to receive feedback well and to provide feedback constructively.
Respect for the role of the judiciary within our constitutional structure.
At least five years of legal experience after law school (federal judicial law clerk experience is strongly preferred).
Eligibility for a Top Secret/SCI level national security clearance.

To qualify for JSP 14, an applicant must have at least five years of legal work experience after obtaining a juris doctor degree, and two of the five years must be law clerk experience in the federal judiciary.

Education

A graduate of an ABA accredited law school with an excellent law school record (top 10% ranking and law review editorial board experience is preferred).
Possess a legal license, with Virginia Bar membership preferred but not required.

Additional information

Employees of the United States District Court are Excepted Service Appointments. Excepted service appointments are "at will" and can be terminated with or without cause by the Court.
The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, to withdraw the job announcement, or to fill the position sooner than the closing date, if a closing date is shown; any of these actions may occur without any prior written or other type of notice.
To view the full job announcement please visit our website at www.vaed.uscourts.gov.

The United States District Court of the Eastern District of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

Pay is only part of the generous total compensation package you will receive while working for the federal Judiciary. We offer employees a diverse group of benefit programs and family friendly flexibilities to meet the needs of you and your family.

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume and support documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If your complete application meets the basic qualifications, it will be forwarded to the hiring official for further consideration and scored on your level of experience and competencies needed to perform the duties of the position.

Required Documents

Cover letter describing the applicant's qualifications, skills and experience necessary to perform the job;

Current resume, including a list of at least three professional references;

Law school transcript; and

Completed AO 78 Form, Application for Federal Judicial Branch Employment

TWO writing samples consisting of (1) an analysis of a complex criminal issue and (2) an analysis of a complex civil matter. These samples should be primarily the work of the applicant and not heavily edited or rewritten by others.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants should submit one document in PDF format via e-mail to [email protected] that includes the following:

a cover letter describing the applicant's qualifications, skills and experience necessary to perform the job;
a current resume, including a list of at least three professional references;
a law school transcript; and
a completed AO 78 Form, Application for Federal Judicial Branch Employment

In the same email, please include TWO writing samples consisting of (1) an analysis of a complex criminal issue and (2) an analysis of a complex civil matter. These samples should be primarily the work of the applicant and not heavily edited or rewritten by others.

Applications should note if a particular individual referred the candidate to Judge Allen.

Agency contact information

Madhuri Belkale

Phone

757-222-7062

[email protected]

Address

US District Court and US Probation Office - Eastern District of Virginia
600 Granby Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
US

Next steps

Applicants selected for an interview will be asked to participate in a remote/zoom interview with the judge's staff and then a remote/zoom interview with the judge; successful candidates will then be asked to visit Norfolk for an in-person interview with the judge.

Overview

Accepting applications

Posted 11/26/25 · Apply by 11/25/26

Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on November 25, 2026

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Norfolk, VA

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Work site options

Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.

Remote job

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Salary

$106,950 - $164,296 per year

Actual starting salary dependent upon qualifications

Pay scale & grade

JS 13 - 14

Promotion potential

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule

Full-time

Travel Required

Not required

Appointment type

Permanent

Occupations and job series

0904 Law Clerk

Supervisory status

Federal service type

This job is in the Excepted Service

Represented by a union

Drug test

Security clearance

Other

Financial disclosure required

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number

FY26-004N

Control number

851086800

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