Court Name/Organization

Texas Southern District and Bankruptcy Court

Overview of the Position

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas is accepting applications for a Temporary Pro Se Law Clerk/Staff Attorney position. Based on current data, the position is expected to last at least until September 30, 2028, and may be renewed thereafter, depending on the available funding. The Temporary Pro Se Law Clerk/Staff Attorney is appointed by the Chief Judge but performs duties and responsibilities for all District Judges as assigned. The Temporary Pro Se Law Clerk/Staff Attorney provides legal advice and assistance to the court in connection with prisoner petitions and complaints. This position does not involve representing clients or providing legal advice to pro se litigants. Ethical considerations prohibit the lawyer employed in this position from practicing law in any capacity for compensation outside or in addition to work for the court. This position is located in the Corpus Christi division. For the right candidate, full time telework may be considered. Please provide a writing sample and a resume. Salary Range: $75,042 - $164,310 (JSP 11 - 14). Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Location

Corpus Christi, TX

Opening and Closing Dates

10/01/2026 - Open Until Filled

Appointment Type

Permanent

Classification Level/Grade

JSP 11 - 14

Salary

$75,042 - $164,310

Announcement Number

26-72