The United States District Court has announced a vacancy for the position of Term Law Clerk to United States District Judge Daniel M. Traynor. The position, located in Bismarck, North Dakota, is scheduled to begin in August 2026 and conclude in August 2028.
Applicants are expected to conduct research on substantive issues of federal and state law, draft legal memoranda, opinions, and orders, and assist Judge Traynor with case management among other duties. The role requires high standards of excellence and integrity.
Candidates must have strong academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school, along with exceptional research and writing skills. U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required. Candidates should demonstrate qualities such as ranking within the upper third of their law school class or having prior judicial clerkship experience.
Salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience within the range of $73,939–$105,383. Benefits include federal holidays and health insurance options.
Applicants will undergo an FBI Background Check and social media inquiry as part of the employment process. Applications are to be submitted via email by January 31, 2025 for priority consideration.