The Maryland Judiciary is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a Law Clerk. This is a full-time, at-will position with a competitive salary and benefits package. The Law Clerk will provide legal support to judges at various levels of the court system, including District, Circuit, Appellate, and Supreme Courts. This is an excellent opportunity for recent law school graduates to gain practical experience and develop their legal skills.
Salary Information:
- 1st Year Appellate Law Clerk: $68,499
- Non-Bar Member Circuit Court and District Court Law Clerks: $63,119
- Bar Member in any State Circuit Court and District Court Law Clerks: $70,120
Job Title: Law Clerk (Continuous Job Opening)
Department: Multiple Locations
Location: Various locations throughout Maryland
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Position Type: Regular/Temporary, Full Time, At-Will
FLSA Status: Exempt
Experience Information:
- Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school required
- Prior legal writing experience preferred
Essential Functions:
- Conduct legal research and review motions, court files, and other legal documents
- Draft memoranda and revise work product
- Respond to research questions and provide up-to-date information to judges
- Attend court proceedings as requested by the judge
- Triage and deliver work to the judge's chambers
Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of laws, rules, and court procedures
- Familiarity with general office work and computer hardware/software
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to perform legal research and read and understand law-related materials
- Strong writing skills and ability to compose orders and memoranda
- Ability to apply policies, procedures, and laws as required
To Apply:
Please submit your application through the Maryland Judiciary website. Upon application, you may be asked to provide writing samples, transcripts, and references.
Benefits:
The Maryland Judiciary offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
The Maryland Judiciary is an equal opportunity employer and does 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 require ADA accommodations during the application process should contact ADA@mdcourts.gov or call 410-260-1732. We are a drug-free workplace and applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.
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Disclaimer: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.
