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Court Locations

Alpine
U.S. District Clerk’s Office
2450 State Hwy. 118
Alpine, Texas 79830

Austin
U.S. District Clerk’s Office
501 West Fifth Street, Suite 1100
Austin, Texas 78701

Del Rio
U.S. District Clerk’s Office
111 East Broadway, Room L100
Del Rio, Texas 78840

El Paso
U.S. District Clerk’s Office
525 Magoffin Avenue, Suite 105
El Paso, Texas 79901

Fort Hood
U.S. District Clerk’s Office
800 Franklin Avenue, Room 380
Waco, Texas 76701

Midland / Odessa
U.S. District Clerk’s Office
200 East Wall, Room 222
Midland, Texas 79701

Pecos
U.S. District Clerk’s Office
410 South Cedar
Pecos, Texas 79772

San Antonio
U.S. District Clerk’s Office
262 West Nueva Street, Room 1-400
San Antonio, Texas 78207

Waco
U.S. District Clerk’s Office
800 Franklin Ave., Room 380
Waco, Texas 76701

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News & Announcements

Judicial Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge – El Paso, TX

Posted: December 22, 2025
The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas is accepting applications for a Judicial Law Clerk (Career or Term) to support a United States Magistrate Judge in the El Paso Division.  The position provides essential legal, administrative, and case-related support to a United States Magistrate Judge.  This role is integral to the effective operation of chambers and require professionalism, discretion, teamwork, and a strong commitment to public service. Job Announcement for Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge El Paso, TX.

Public Notice: Reappointment of United States Magistrate Judge, Midland/Odessa, Texas

Posted: December 15, 2025
The current term of the office of United States Magistrate Judge Ronald C. Griffin is due to expire on August 12, 2026.  The United States District Court is required by law to establish a panel of citizens to consider the reappointment of U.S. Magistrate Judge Griffin to a new eight-year term.  Comments are invited from members of the bar and the public as to whether U.S. Magistrate Judge Griffin should be recommended by the panel for reappointment by the Court.  All comments should be directed Continue reading →

Public Notice of Appointment – United States Bankruptcy Judge

Posted: August 1, 2025
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit seeks applications from all highly qualified candidates for a 14-year appointment as a United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of Texas at San Antonio.   The posting is currently open and accepting applications for United States Bankruptcy Judge in San Antonio, Texas. The application must be received no later than Friday, August 29, 2025.  Questions or interest related to this position, go to www.ca5.uscourts.gov. Additional information regarding the appointment is listed below by clicking the Continue reading →

Jury Phone Scams

Posted: May 27, 2025
​We have had recent reports that potential jurors are receiving scam phone calls regarding jury duty.  The U.S. Marshals and the FBI are alerting the public of several nationwide imposter scams involving individuals claiming to be U.S. marshals, court officers, or other law enforcement officials. During these calls, scammers attempt to collect a fine in lieu of arrest due to a claim of identity theft, failing to report for jury duty, or other offenses. Anyone who suspects a jury scam should not provide the requested Continue reading →

Power Act Virtual Event on Tuesday, June 24th at 12:00pm CST

Posted: May 12, 2025
The POWER Act requires every federal district in the U.S. to host at least one public event annually to promote free legal services to empower survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.  This year, the judges of the Western District of Texas have joined with districts from around the country to host a CLE which is FREE.  We encourage you to participate.  You can log-in for the live stream at noon (Central Time) on Tuesday June 24 or watch a recording later Continue reading →

Federal Court Interpreter Certification Exam

Posted: February 24, 2025
Federal Court Interpreter Certification Exam: The written phase of the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination for interpreters of Spanish will be administered May 5-19, 2025.  Registration is from February 3 to May 2, 2025.  The test candidate must pass the written exam to qualify for the oral exam.  The oral phase will be administered August 4-18, 2025.  Registration will be from June 23 to August 1, 2025.  For more information, please email FCICE@ao.uscourts.gov.
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