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Pro Se Staff Attorney

U.S. Courts · Wilmington, United States · Onsite · $117,284 - $180,178/year
Government Agency
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Position Overview

Compensation: $117,284 - $180,178/year
Position: Senior
Type: Job
Practice Area: General Practice
Remote: No
Posted:
Last checked:
Deadline: 2 days left

Job Description

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify for the position of Pro Se Staff Attorney, an individual must be a law school graduate from a law school of recognized standing, and have demonstrated one or more of the following accomplishments or proficiencies: Standing within the upper third of the law school class from a law school on the approved list of either the American Bar Association or the Association of American Law Schools; Experience on the editorial board of a law review of such a school; Graduation from such a school with an LLM degree; or Demonstrated proficiency in legal studies which in the opinion of the judge is the equivalent of one of the above. LEGAL WORK EXPERIENCE: Legal work experience is progressively responsible experience in the practice of law, in legal research, legal administration, or equivalent experience received after graduation from law school. The applicant must have a minimum of two years of post-graduate legal work experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATION: At least one year's experience as either a court law clerk or a law clerk to a judge. Experience in an environment where multitasking, establishing priorities, and working independently were required. Outstanding legal research/writing skills. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and informatively, both orally and in writing. Working knowledge of prisoner and constitutional law. Proficient in the use of LEXIS and WESTLAW Proficient in internet research Ability to work with strict deadlines and in a fast-paced environment. SALARY: To qualify for JSP 13, applicant must have two years of legal work experience and bar membership. To qualify for JSP 14, applicant must have three years of legal work experience and bar membership.

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify for the position of Pro Se Staff Attorney, an individual must be a law school graduate from a law school of recognized standing, and have demonstrated one or more of the following accomplishments or proficiencies: Standing within the upper third of the law school class from a law school on the approved list of either the American Bar Association or the Association of American Law Schools; Experience on the editorial board of a law review of such a school; Graduation from such a school with an LLM degree; or Demonstrated proficiency in legal studies which in the opinion of the judge is the equivalent of one of the above. LEGAL WORK EXPERIENCE: Legal work experience is progressively responsible experience in the practice of law, in legal research, legal administration, or equivalent experience received after graduation from law school. The applicant must have a minimum of two years of post-graduate legal work experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATION: At least one year's experience as either a court law clerk or a law clerk to a judge. Experience in an environment where multitasking, establishing priorities, and working independently were required. Outstanding legal research/writing skills. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and informatively, both orally and in writing. Working knowledge of prisoner and constitutional law. Proficient in the use of LEXIS and WESTLAW Proficient in internet research Ability to work with strict deadlines and in a fast-paced environment. SALARY: To qualify for JSP 13, applicant must have two years of legal work experience and bar membership. To qualify for JSP 14, applicant must have three years of legal work experience and bar membership.

Compensation

$117,284 - $180,178/year

Practice Area

Position

Senior

Application Deadline

May 9, 2026

Employment Type

Full time

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