Motions Staff Attorney

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Motions Staff Attorney

The candidate will be reviewing and transmitting substantive motions, procedural motions, and emergency applications to chambers or the Staff Attorney’s Office, as appropriate; drafting orders and judgments; assisting the Staff Attorney’s Office in jurisdictional screening of appeals; screening appeals to determine eligibility for the Court’s expedited appeals calendar; providing legal analysis, advice, and assistance to the Court, Clerk of Court, and Clerk’s Office staff regarding procedural matters; responding to inquiries from Court staff, counsel, and the public regarding motion practice, the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure, and local rules; and performing other duties as assigned by the Clerk. Must possess (1) a Juris Doctor from an ABA-approved law school; (2) membership in good standing in the bar of a state, territorial or federal court of general jurisdiction; and (3) at least one year of post-law school experience. Qualified applicants must also possess excellent verbal and written communication skills; superior analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills; and the ability and desire to interact with both chambers and non-attorney Court staff on a daily basis. A judicial clerkship or internship or prior experience working in a court is desirable.

Additional Information

Reference No.: FY 20-09 Send cover letter, resume, salary history, and two self-edited writing samples.

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United States Court of Appeals Second Circuit
U.S Courthouse 40 Foley Square
New York
New York
United States 10007
Website : http://www.ca2.uscourts.gov/