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U.S. Courts Judicial Law Clerk to Judge Michael P. Allen in Washington, District Of Columbia
Summary The U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims has exclusive jurisdiction over decisions of the Board of Veterans' Appeals (Board or BVA). The Court reviews Board decisions appealed by claimants who believe the Board erred in its decision. The Court's review of Board decisions is based on the record before the agency and arguments of the parties, which are presented in a written brief, with oral argument generally held only in cases presenting new legal issues. Responsibilities Legal Work Experience: Legal work experience for this position means progressively responsible experience in the practice of law, in legal research, legal administration, or equivalent experience received after graduation from law school. Requirements Conditions of Employment Note: Preference will be given to veterans; if applying for a 5 or 10 point veterans preference, proof of eligibility must be submitted with the application. The United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, marital status, or national origin, disability, or political affiliation. Qualifications Qualification Requirements: To qualify for the position of law clerk, a person must be a law school graduate no later than date of appointment, and have demonstrated one of the following accomplishments or proficiencies: Standing within the upper third of the law school class from a law school on the approved list of either the American Bar Association or the Association of American Law Schools; Experience on the editorial board of a law review of such a school; Participation in a veterans law clinic, veterans law classes or moot court competition; Experience working in the judiciary or practicing veteran's law; and Proficiency in legal studies that, in the opinion of the appointing judge, is the equivalent of one of the above. Position Grade Levels: Bar membership is required for appointment at the CS-12 or CS-13 level. One year of legal work experience is required for appointment at the CS-12 level. Two years of legal work experience is required for appointment at the CS-13 level. Current 2024 salary range including Washington-Baltimore Locality Pay, as of issuing date, is: CS-11 ($82,764-$107,590); CS-12 ($99,200-$128,956); and CS-13 ($117,962-$153,354). Legal Work Experience: Legal work experience for this position means progressively responsible experience in the practice of law, in legal research, legal administration, or equivalent experience received after graduation from law school. Education To qualify for the position of law clerk, a person must be a law school graduate no later than date of appointment. Additional Information