Circuit Mediator

About the role

The Circuit Mediation Office, part of the Ninth Circuit, seeks experienced mediators to facilitate settlement discussions across a broad range of civil cases, including civil rights, employment, intellectual property, and environmental matters.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct conference calls with counsel to assess settlement potential and design appropriate mediation processes.
• Facilitate negotiations through in‑person, video, telephone, or email methods, managing conflict and guiding parties toward resolution.
• Draft orders, assist with procedural matters, and educate the bar about the court’s mediation program.

Required profile

• Juris Doctor from an ABA‑approved law school and admission to practice before a state’s highest court.
• At least six years of post‑law school experience, preferably with substantial litigation or appellate work in federal courts.
• Strong analytical, communication, and emotional‑intelligence skills, with the ability to work independently in a collaborative court environment.

What we offer

• Salary range $147,932 – $209,600 per year, depending on qualifications and level.
• 13 days paid vacation (increasing with tenure), 13 sick days, and 11 paid holidays.
• Employer‑subsidized health, dental, vision, life insurance, pension plan, and optional matching retirement plan.
• Hybrid telework options, public transit subsidy, and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.