The Maryland Judiciary is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Law Clerk. This is a continuous job opening, with full-time, at-will positions available throughout the state as needed. The salary for this position varies depending on experience and level of court, with 1st year Appellate Law Clerks starting at $68,499 and Circuit Court and District Court Law Clerks starting at $63,119 for non-bar members and $70,120 for bar members in any state. This is an exempt, regular/temporary, full-time, at-will position with no required financial disclosure.
The Law Clerk will provide legal support to the Judge, conducting legal research, reviewing motions and court files, drafting memoranda, and revising work product. They will also respond to research questions on a case-by-case basis and provide up-to-date information to the Judge. The Law Clerk will attend court proceedings as requested and perform various duties based on the level of court, which may include District Court, Circuit Court, Appellate Court of Maryland, or Supreme Court of Maryland.
The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid holidays, supplemental retirement plans, and employee assistance programs. Applicants must have obtained a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school, and prior legal writing experience is preferred. Upon application, applicants may be requested to provide writing samples, transcripts, and references.
Applicants should have knowledge of laws, rules, and court procedures, as well as general office work and computer skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills are also required, along with the ability to perform legal research, read and understand law-related materials, and compose orders and memoranda. The ability to apply policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and laws is essential for this position.
The Maryland Judiciary is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to ADA@mdcourts.gov or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
In summary, the Maryland Judiciary is seeking a Law Clerk to join their team, with full-time, at-will positions available throughout the state as needed. The salary for this position varies depending on experience and level of court, and the Law Clerk will provide legal support to the Judge, attend court proceedings, and perform various duties based on the level of court. Applicants must have a Juris Doctorate degree and prior legal writing experience is preferred. The Maryland Judiciary is an equal opportunity employer and offers a generous benefits package.
