Term Law Clerk

Overview of the Position

The court has nominated Frank J. Singer to fill a U.S. Magistrate Judge position in our Fresno, California courthouse. Judge Nominee Singer’s appointment is subject to his successful completion of a background investigation. If successful, the court anticipates he will enter in early Spring 2026. Judge Nominee Singer is seeking applicants for a term law clerk position. The availability of the position is subject to his successful appointment.

The incumbent would support Judge Nominee Singer by conducting extensive research and writing on a wide range of matters arising in federal litigation. The incumbent also would assist with managing the judge’s caseload and preparing for case-related hearings, conferences, and trials. An initial two-year term of appointment is preferred. The term may be extended for up to two additional years by mutual agreement.

Applicants must be available for a starting date of employment in early Spring 2026. The selected applicant will be expected to perform work in our Fresno courthouse, and occasional, limited telework may be authorized by Judge Nominee Singer.

Application materials must consist of material that is the candidate’s own original work and not composed or substantially edited by other individuals or by generative AI tools (such as ChatGPT or Claude).

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.