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Job Details for Judicial Law Clerk - Term

Court Name/Organization Utah District Court
Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the District of Utah is accepting applications for the position of Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Ann Marie McIff Allen, U.S. District Judge. This is a term law clerk position with an employment assignment of one to four years. The desired start date is August 2025 and the duration is expected to be one year. The starting salary is $73,939 - $105,383 based on qualifications and experience. By Judicial Conference policy a term law clerk may not serve more than four years in the federal system. Judge Allen has chambers in both St. George and Salt Lake City, Utah, and applications from candidates preferring either chamber location will be considered. The Court will make the final determination, in consultation with the successful candidate, on the location of the position.
Location St. George, UT
Opening and Closing Dates 01/15/2025 - Open Until Filled
Appointment Type Permanent
Classification Level/Grade JSP 11 - JSP 13
Salary $73,939 - $105,383
Link to Court Careers Information https://www.utd.uscourts.gov/
Announcement Number 01-UTD-25
Link to Job Announcement

Position Description

The judicial law clerk serves as legal advisor to U.S. District Judge Ann Marie McIff Allen. The caseload in the Southern Region of the Court is heavy and the types of cases presented are varied and often involve novel issues of law. Employment with the U.S. District Court offers civil and criminal law experience at the federal court trial level and an environment providing significant responsibility and challenge.

Responsibilities include:

  • Manage all aspects of assigned civil and criminal cases from inception to conclusion, including the evaluation of jurisdiction; review docket of pending litigation to assure proper case progress
  • Review all complaints, petitions, motions and pleadings to determine issues involved and bases for relief
  • Perform legal research as required; identify problem areas, make recommendations and propose solutions
  • Provide information and advice to the Judge about pending litigation; assist with and attend court proceedings; draft appropriate bench memoranda, proposed orders and opinions for the Judge’s review
  • Maintain communication between the court and litigants; communicate with other court officials
  • Handle administrative responsibilities as assigned for the judge and for the court in the St. George location
  • Monitor changes in the law to aid the Judge and keep the judge advised of appropriate action

This judicial law clerk position includes assignments away from the central court location in the District of Utah, and as such, the position will require travel between St. George and Salt Lake City on occasion. This law clerk may have responsibility for cases being heard in either location, or elsewhere in the state, on rare occasion. Cost of authorized travel will be paid by the court.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have a Juris Doctorate degree and be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory, or Federal Court of general jurisdiction.

The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and possess good judgment and discretion; be dependable, responsible and maintain confidentially; be a proactive self-starter and demonstrate initiative in problem solving; be able to work quickly and harmoniously with others in a team-based environment; and present a poised, professional appearance and demeanor at all times. This position requires superb writing skills, along with organizational, people and time management skills. A successful candidate must possess the ability to juggle many changing priorities and demands at the same time. Computer-assisted legal research and word processing ability are essential. Familiarity with various technology tools is helpful.

Preference will be given to candidates who have law clerk or other experience in the federal system, proficiency in the use of office technology, and post-graduation legal work experience including civil, criminal and federal litigation. Some preference may be given to candidates who will be in the St. George area during the period of employment.

Employee Benefits

The salary for this position is a Judicial Salary Plan (JSP) 11-13, or $73,939 - $105,383 based on qualifications and experience. This is a term position with an employment assignment of one year. The position falls within the Judicial Branch of the U.S. Government. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care. This position is subject to mandatory direct deposit participation.

Miscellaneous

The judicial law clerk serves as legal advisor to U.S. District Judge Ann Marie McIff Allen. The caseload in the Southern Region of the Court is heavy and the types of cases presented are varied and often involve novel issues of law. Employment with the U.S. District Court offers civil and criminal law experience at the federal court trial level and an environment providing significant responsibility and challenge.

Responsibilities include:

  • Manage all aspects of assigned civil and criminal cases from inception to conclusion, including the evaluation of jurisdiction; review docket of pending litigation to assure proper case progress
  • Review all complaints, petitions, motions and pleadings to determine issues involved and bases for relief
  • Perform legal research as required; identify problem areas, make recommendations and propose solutions
  • Provide information and advice to the Judge about pending litigation; assist with and attend court proceedings; draft appropriate bench memoranda, proposed orders and opinions for the Judge’s review
  • Maintain communication between the court and litigants; communicate with other court officials
  • Handle administrative responsibilities as assigned for the judge and for the court in the St. George location
  • Monitor changes in the law to aid the Judge and keep the judge advised of appropriate action

This judicial law clerk position includes assignments away from the central court location in the District of Utah, and as such, the position will require travel between St. George and Salt Lake City on occasion. This law clerk may have responsibility for cases being heard in either location, or elsewhere in the state, on rare occasion. Cost of authorized travel will be paid by the court.

Application Info

Qualified candidates are invited to submit:

  1. Letter of Interest
  2. Detailed resume including education and previous employment
  3. Two recent writing samples that have not been edited by others (no more than 15 pages each)
  4. Application for Judicial Branch Employment (AO-78)
  5. A list of three professional references

The application form (AO-78) is available via the court’s website or at the address listed below from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Application packages must be emailed in pdf format. Preference will be given to applications received by Feb. 1, 2025. Applications will be screened for completeness and qualifications. Only some of the most qualified applicants will be contacted and selected for a personal interview. Incomplete applications will not be considered. This position will be filled as soon as possible. Interview and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed. If an accommodation is necessary to interview, please advise the Human Resources Office.

Please email application packages in PDF format to UTD_HumanResources@utd.uscourts.gov. Or mail or hand deliver to:

U.S. District Court
Attn: HR - Judicial Law Clerk Position- Allen
351 South West Temple, Suite 2.118
Salt Lake City, UT 84101

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.