Term Law Clerk (2027) for the Hon. Diane J. Humetewa

Introduction and Representative Duties This position is for a one-year term beginning September 1, 2027, with the possibility of one-year renewal. The judicial law clerk to the Honorable Diane J. Humetewa will perform substantive review, research, and writing. The clerk will prepare bench memos and draft orders on predominantly civil matters pending before the judge. The caseload in this jurisdiction is heavy and deadlines are demanding. Cases are varied and sometimes involve novel issues of law. Daily interaction with the judge and law clerks is the norm. Minimum Qualifications (Salary Level JSP 11) A law school graduate who has one or more of the following attributes: 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 school. Graduation from such a school with an LLM degree; or Demonstrated proficiency in legal studies, which, in the opinion of the judge, is equivalent to one of the above. Acceptable equivalent criteria include: Publication of a noteworthy article in a law school student publication or other scholarly publication. Special high‑level honors for academic excellence in law school, such as election to the Order of the Coif. Winning a moot court competition or membership on a moot court team that represents the law school in competition with other law schools. Participation in the legal aid or other law school clinical program sanctioned by the law school. Summer experience as a law clerk to a state or local judge or continuing law clerk experience on a private firm while attending school (i.e., working one's way through college). To receive credit, participation and experience could not have been for academic credit. Minimum Qualifications (Salary Level JSP 12) A law school graduate with one year of post‑law school legal work experience performed after graduation, member of the bar of a state, territorial, or federal court of general jurisdiction, and one or more of the attributes listed above. Minimum Qualifications (Salary Level JSP 13) A law school graduate with two years of post‑law school legal work experience performed after graduation, member of the bar of a state, territorial, or federal court of general jurisdiction, and one or more of the attributes listed above. Preferred Qualifications One year of post‑law school experience is preferred. Experience using Westlaw is highly preferred. The applicant must be able to meet deadlines while demonstrating legal writing of the highest quality. Benefits Term law clerks are entitled to standard federal benefits such as medical insurance, life insurance, and long‑term care insurance. They may participate in a Flexible Benefits Program which includes pre‑tax deductions for health benefits premiums, health care expenses, dependent care, and commuter benefits. Term law clerks may also be eligible for paid annual and sick leave. Equal Opportunity Employer The U.S. District Court, District of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. District Court, District of Arizona