Closing Date: 6th July, 2026

Description:

Job Description:
Position: Law Clerk/Senior Law Clerk for Judge Raymond F. Treadwell, for a two-year term beginning on or about August 10, 2026.

Salary: Law clerks are paid according to the Florida State Court System Appellate Law Clerk Pay Plan, which currently provides as follows-
  • Entry Level Law Clerk - $69,238.80
  • Senior Law Clerk (at least 2 years of legal experience) - $78,519.84

Education and Training Guidelines:
Graduation from an accredited law school. Strong academic credentials required. Law journal, moot court, or litigation experience preferred.

Competencies:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. General knowledge of legal principles and court rules. Ability to comprehend and analyze complicated factual matters. Ability to perform exacting work with attention to details. Ability to communicate ideas and concepts. Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, impartiality, and honesty in handling matters before the Court. Ability to work effectively with judges and court staff.

How to Apply:
Submit a cover letter, resume, completed State of Florida Employment Application, law school transcript (copy accepted), writing sample, and at least two (2) professional or academic references to:
Treadwell_Chambers@flcourts.org
Judge Raymond F. Treadwell
First District Court of Appeal
2000 Drayton Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32399

If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the application/selection process, please call (850) 488 – 8136 in advance. The First District Court of Appeal is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check.