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Term Judicial Law Clerk to Magistrate Judge Lisa J. Cisneros

Location:
Department/Unit:
Judge's Chambers
Job Type:
Internal
Agency:
US Courts
Salary Range:
$111,896
-
$172,980
Opening Date:
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

About the Position

The U.S. District Court, Northern CA, is seeking a Judicial Law Clerk for U.S. Magistrate Judge Lisa Cisneros in San Francisco, CA.  Duties include extensive legal research and writing on a full range of civil and some criminal issues arising in federal court, as well as some administrative duties.  The position will commence on August 3, 2026, and end 18 months after the term start date, unless extended.  We are generally an in-person chambers, but hybrid may be possible after the first month of service.