Judicial Law Clerk

Overview of the Position Beginning late Fall 2027, 18-month or two-year clerkship terms are available based on the Judge’s discretion. This vacancy is for a term law clerk to the Judge John L. Badalamenti. The successful applicant will be housed in the federal courthouse located in Tampa, FL. Each applicant shall indicate whether he/she is interested in an 18-month and/or a 2-year clerkship. Good character and sound judgment, efficient research, analysis and concise writing, mindfulness for multiple pending deadlines, professional communication, ability to be productive with or without supervision, and a service-oriented and collaborative work ethic are essential and required. The law clerk has full responsibility for assigned cases. The law clerk reviews complaints for jurisdiction, drafts proposed orders, conducts legal research, manages an entirely civil docket and will be involved with civil and criminal trials. The law clerk assists with, and attends court proceedings, acts as a legal advisor on pending litigation, and performs other duties as assigned. Although the nature of the work is serious, the office environment is personable. There is daily interaction with Judge Badalamenti and the other law clerks. The law clerk must be able to work harmoniously with others and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Professionalism and kindness are of utmost importance to Judge Badalamenti. The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr United States Courts