Job Title: Law Clerk Internship
Organization: #***#
Experience: Law students with excellent legal research and writing abilities, strong communication and team skills, a great work ethic and a good attitude
Salary: Volunteer position, course credit may be available
Overview:
- The Office of the Attorney General offers a volunteer Law Clerk program for law students to gain experience in various legal fields and serve the citizens of Maryland.
- The program provides opportunities for legal research and writing, witness and client interviews, and litigation support for claims filed with Maryland's trial, administrative, and appellate courts.
- As the largest and finest law firm in the state, the Office handles a wide range of legal issues, including criminal investigations and prosecutions, civil litigation, and representation of the state in various legal arenas.
- Law clerks have the chance to make a difference in communities across the state, from protecting the environment to ensuring consumer protection and promoting public safety.
Organization:
- The Office of the Attorney General is the largest law firm in the state, representing the interests of Maryland state agencies, boards, commissions, officials, and institutions.
- The office has a distinguished history of successfully addressing complex legal issues and protecting the rights of Maryland citizens.
- The Law Clerk Program is sponsored by the Office, providing opportunities for law students to gain hands-on experience and contribute to the work of the Office.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and writing assignments for various legal fields, including criminal investigations, civil litigation, and regulatory enforcement.
- Participate in witness and client interviews to assist with case preparation.
- Assist with litigation support for claims filed with Maryland's trial, administrative, and appellate courts.
- Work closely with supervising attorneys to gain practical experience and develop legal skills.
Qualifications:
- Law students with excellent legal research and writing abilities, strong communication and team skills, a great work ethic, and a good attitude are encouraged to apply.
- Specific schedules will be determined based on the division's needs and the law clerk's class and extracurricular commitments.
- Volunteer law clerks are expected to work a minimum of 15-20 hours per week, with the possibility of receiving course credit.
- Application deadline: October 15 for Spring, March 1 for Summer, and August 15 for Fall.
How to Apply:
- Interested students should submit the Law Clerk Application Form, a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript in PDF format to Ronda Kirk at rkirk@oag.state.md.us.
- Please indicate "Law Clerk Program Application" in the subject line.
- Applicants may also be asked for a writing sample or references during the interview process.
- For more information about the Office, the Law Clerk Program, or the application process, contact Ronda Kirk.
Application Form:
- The Law Clerk Application Form can be found on the Office of the Attorney General's website.
- Applicants must provide their name, date, email, phone number, law school, year, and GPA.
- They must also specify the term they are applying for (Spring, Summer, or Fall).
- Applicants should indicate their preferred general practice areas and specific divisions they are interested in.
- The Office encourages applicants to apply before the specified deadlines for each term.
Conclusion:
- The Law Clerk Program at the #***#, offers law students the opportunity to gain practical experience and contribute to the work of the Office.
- With a wide range of legal fields and divisions to explore, law clerks can develop their skills and make a difference in communities across the state.
- Interested students are encouraged to apply before the specified deadlines for each term.
