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Job Details for Pro Se Attorney

Court Name/Organization Michigan Western District Court
Overview of the Position Applications are being accepted for a temporary Pro Se Attorney with the U.S. District Court in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The position is authorized for 480 hours and could be filled by working either 12 weeks at full-time or 24 weeks at part-time (approximately 20 hours/week). Annual salary range above will be prorated across the temporary position in accordance with the full or part-time schedule. Position is eligible for telework.
Location Grand Rapids, MI
Opening and Closing Dates 11/05/2024 - Open Until Filled
Appointment Type Temporary
Classification Level/Grade JSP 11 - 14
Salary Not specified
Announcement Number #24-07

Position Description

The Pro Se Attorney will perform research and writing tasks as assigned by Judicial Officers of the Court on pending prisoner civil rights and habeas corpus cases.  Substantive work will include review and analysis of pending motions; preparation of draft documents for a Judicial Officer’s review, editing and approval; research to assist the Judicial Officers in preparing opinions; assisting with the Court’s pro se litigation docket; and other duties as assigned.

Miscellaneous

The Pro Se Attorney will perform research and writing tasks as assigned by Judicial Officers of the Court on pending prisoner civil rights and habeas corpus cases.  Substantive work will include review and analysis of pending motions; preparation of draft documents for a Judicial Officer’s review, editing and approval; research to assist the Judicial Officers in preparing opinions; assisting with the Court’s pro se litigation docket; and other duties as assigned.

Application Info

For application and position details, visit the court’s website. Open until filled. 

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.