Job Opening: Term Law Clerk position with United States District Judge Ricardo S. Martinez

Announcement Date: June 21, 2023

Closing Date: Open until filled, interviews begin in August

The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington is seeking qualified candidates from all backgrounds for a Term Law Clerk position with United States District Judge Ricardo S. Martinez in Seattle, Washington. The start date for this position will be in January of 2024.  Law Clerks work closely with the Judge on civil and criminal litigation filed in District Court. Law Clerks conduct research and prepare drafts of opinions and orders and will have the opportunity to work on various long-term projects, be involved in courtroom proceedings, and assist in the development of a judicial extern program.

Judge Martinez is looking for candidates with criminal or civil litigation experience; at least one year of experience is strongly preferred. Candidates must be law school graduates from an accredited law school, be organized and work well independently, possess excellent research and writing skills, and must have a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive work environment. 

Qualified applicants should submit the following to Judge Martinez’s paralegal Lowell Williams via email (Lowell_Williams@wawd.uscourts.gov):

• cover letter
• current resume
• law school transcript
• three or more professional references
• writing sample five to ten pages in length