Postgrad Memphis Federal Clerkship starting Aug 2026
Thomas Parker, District Judge
United States District Court Memphis, TN
Term: 1 Year Clerkship Type: Term Law Clerk-Chambers
Applications Accepted: Oct 29, 2024 – Mar 1, 2025 (interested candidates apply ASAP)
Term Start Date: August 1, 2026
Application Method: Paper
The Honorable Thomas L. Parker is accepting clerkship applications for the 2026-2027 term. Chambers is a close community consisting of Judge Parker, his judicial assistant Mary, and two term law clerks. Judge Parker looks for law clerks with strong writing and analytical skills and encourages candidates of diverse and nontraditional backgrounds to apply. He interviews on a rolling basis. Top 15% preferred (but not required).
Although Judge Parker wants the application on paper (via U.S. mail or hand delivery), you can find more information about the clerkship and how to apply on OSCAR
Since this application is not online, do not forget to use quality “resume paper” for your cover letter and resume. The writing sample and transcript can be on standard paper, and the letters of recommendation on whatever paper the recommenders choose.

