Motions Attorney

U.S. Courts · Judicial Branch

📍 Atlanta, Georgia 💰 $75699 – $146336/yr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: U.S. Courts
Department: Judicial Branch
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Salary: $75699 – $146336/yr
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: 1
Security Clearance: Other
Date Posted: 2026-09-15
Application Deadline: 2026-09-29

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Job Summary

The Clerk's Office is seeking an individual looking for a challenging, interesting and rewarding public service career in a fast-paced and dynamic environment to serve as a Motions Attorney. The individual selected will be part of the Motions Unit and will report to the Supervisory Motions Attorney. Preference given to applications received by September 29, 2026.

Key Responsibilities

The Motions Attorney reviews case records and filings, conducts legal research, and provides substantive legal analysis, advice, and assistance on cases pending before the Court. Most of the work to be produced will be written memoranda.

The Motions Attorney must be able to convey the results of legal research and make recommendations in a clear, concise, and objective manner as well as be able to draft, proofread, and edit memoranda with accuracy and speed to meet expedited deadlines. The Motions Attorney must have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion.

In addition, the Motions Attorney may be called upon to give legal advice to the Court, Clerk, Chief Deputy Clerk, or other staff members regarding procedural and other issues. The Motions Attorney may be responsible for the operations of the unit in the absence of the Supervisory Motions Attorney.

The Motions Attorney occasionally performs special legal projects for the Court, or the Clerk as directed, which may include processing complaints of judicial misconduct or judicial disability as well as attorney discipline matters. The selected candidate will, on occasion, be required to work outside of normal business hours due to emergency filings or other issues. Travel within and outside the Circuit may be required on occasion. Some lifting may be required.

Requirements & Education

Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association or the Association of American Law Schools.

Benefits

Judiciary employees are entitled to benefits similar to those of other government employees including paid annual and sick leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, a flexible benefits program, a portable retirement plan with matching contributions, flexible work schedule, and a professional environment.

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Contact

CO_apply@ca11.uscourts.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $75699 – $146336/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-29.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.