Staff Attorney

U.S. Courts · Judicial Branch

📍 Washington, District of Columbia 💰 $81884 – $187117/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: U.S. Courts
Department: Judicial Branch
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Salary: $81884 – $187117/yr
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: Few
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Secret
Date Posted: 2026-09-28
Application Deadline: 2027-01-29

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Job Summary

The Legal Division of the Office of the Clerk, U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, has openings for highly qualified attorneys to serve as staff attorneys to the full court. The positions are full-time and for a two-year term. Limited term extensions may be available. Some telework available.

Key Responsibilities

The Legal Division's principal responsibility is to recommend to the court the disposition of substantive and procedural motions, appeals decided without oral argument, and emergency matters. Staff attorneys conduct legal research, prepare legal memoranda, draft proposed orders, respond to judges' inquiries, and make oral presentations. Staff attorneys meet with three-judge panels in formal conferences about twice a month.

At conference, staff attorneys answer any questions about their cases, and the panel discusses and votes on staff attorney recommendations. Staff attorneys may also present their recommendations orally to the judges when handling time-sensitive emergency motions.

Requirements & Education

At a minimum, applicants must possess a J.D. degree as of the position's start date.

Benefits

To learn about the Judiciary's benefits, go to https://www.uscourts.gov/careers/benefits.

Contact

VacancyStaffAttorney-USCA-26-10@cadc.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 $81884 – $187117/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-01-29.

Who is eligible to apply?

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