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Alabama Northern Bankruptcy Court
Career Law Clerk to U.S. Bankruptcy Judge
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A Law Clerk assists judges with research and other legal and administrative work, particularly for cases to be decided in court. Organizes legal files, researches laws and prior decisions, reviews briefs submitted by attorneys. May draft and file legal documents or assist litigation attorneys. Works in a short term position typically held by law students or recent law school graduates
$100,364 / year median in Alabama
+101% projected growth
Job Description
Career Law Clerk to U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Alabama Northern Bankruptcy Court Birmingham, AL Job Details $75,431 - $165,162 a year 3 hours ago Qualifications Legal writing Writing skills Legal research Full Job Description Job Details for Career Law Clerk to U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Court Name/Organization Alabama Northern Bankruptcy Court Overview of the Position The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Alabama, Southern Division (DSC), is accepting applications for a career law clerk. A career law clerk to a United States Bankruptcy Judge performs substantive research, writing, and review on matters pending before the Court, and he or she should have knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code, the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, and the practice of law. Applicants must have strong legal research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills. Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines are additional skills that an applicant should possess. There are daily interactions with the judge, members of his judicial staff, and employees of the bankruptcy clerk's office. Location Birmingham, AL Opening and Closing Dates 08/28/2026 - 09/30/2026 Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade