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Court Name/Organization: Alabama Southern District Court Overview of the Position: The U.S District Court for the Southern District of Alabama is seeking highly qualified applicants for a part-time death penalty law clerk position (20 hours per week). The death penalty law clerk assists the court with the review and management of habeas corpus petitions, motions to vacate federal death sentences, and prisoner civil rights cases. Funding for this position is reviewed annually and is based on case filings. This position is based in Mobile, Alabama, a vibrant port city along the Gulf Coast. The Mobile area is known for its close proximity to breathtaking beaches, as well as its mild winters, laidback culture, revitalized downtown, and affordable cost of living. Mobile is also the birthplace of Mardi Gras.