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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Bankruptcy Judgeship Opportunity - Western District of Washington - Tacoma Division

The Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications from highly qualified candidates for a Bankruptcy Judgeship for the Western District of Washington. This position is available immediately; however, the selection process may take up to 18 months to complete. The official duty station for this position is Tacoma, Washington.

The term of office is 14 years with a possible renewal appointment subject to reappointment procedures. The current salary is $227,608 per annum. Relocation expenses are not reimbursable.

The full public notice for the bankruptcy judge position, the application, and instructions for applicants may be downloaded below.

Applicants must submit their own applications in the format required by the Ninth Circuit. Applications must be received by 5 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Thursday, August 7, 2025.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Bankruptcy Judgeship Opportunity - Northern District of California - Oakland Division

The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications from highly qualified candidates for a Bankruptcy Judgeship for the Northern District of California. This position will be available May 17, 2026. The selection process may take up to 18 months to complete. The official duty station for this position is Oakland, California.

The term of office is 14 years with a possible renewal appointment subject to reappointment procedures. The current salary is $227,608 per annum. Relocation expenses are not reimbursable.

The full public notice for the bankruptcy judge position, the application, and instructions for applicants may be downloaded below.

Applicants must submit their own applications in the format required by the Ninth Circuit. Applications must be received by 5 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Thursday, July 24, 2025.

CONTACT

Questions? Contact Grace Hum
(415) 355-8940
personnel@ce9.uscourts.gov

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