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Seeking Term Law Clerk to U.S. District Judge Jamal Whitehead
June 12, 2024 | Erin Stewart

United States District Judge Jamal Whitehead of the Western District of Washington seeks a term law clerk to begin in August 2025. Chambers will review applications as they are received and conduct interviews on a rolling basis.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Law clerks work with the Judge on civil and criminal cases filed in the District. Law clerks conduct research, draft opinions, orders, and memorandums, and work on various longterm projects. Law clerks also assist with courtroom proceedings, general administrative
duties, and running chambers on a day-to-day basis.

QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must be graduates of an accredited law school. Applicants must possess superior research and writing skills, quick analytical ability, strong interpersonal and time
management skills, and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team. Applicants must have a high regard for confidentiality and a demonstrated commitment an inclusive work environment. Applicants must also be able to function in a highly demanding environment and in the highest ethical manner. Applicants with a prior clerkship or two years of litigation experience are preferred.

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