Introduction:
- Opportunity to work as a Judicial Law Clerk for the Maryland Bankruptcy Court in Baltimore, MD.
- The position is open until filled, with an opening date of April 2, 2025.
- This is a temporary appointment with a salary range of $84,601 - $156,755.
- The selected candidate will work under the supervision of Judge Nancy V. Alquist.
Job Summary:
- The primary responsibility of the Judicial Law Clerk is to research legal issues, write memoranda and draft opinions.
- Other duties include case management, providing counsel to the judge, and performing general chambers administrative duties.
- Proficiency in MS Office, Westlaw and Lexis is required, along with excellent research, writing and computer skills.
- The candidate must also possess exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Admittance to practice law in at least one state or scheduled to take the Bar Exam is required.
- Bar membership and at least one year of experience are required for a salary placement above a JSP 11.
- Prior bankruptcy practice experience or training is preferred.
- Experience on the editorial board of law review or moot court/and or publication of noteworthy articles is desired.
Qualifications:
- Must be a law school graduate with excellent research, writing, and computer skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office, Westlaw and Lexis is required, along with advanced proficiency in Word.
- Must possess a professional demeanor and exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Must be admitted to practice law in at least one state or scheduled to take the Bar Exam.
- Bar membership and at least one year of experience are required for a salary placement above a JSP 11.
Benefits:
- Paid annual and sick leave.
- Eleven paid holidays per year.
- Health and life insurance.
- Flexible benefits program.
- Professional work environment.
- Salary will be based on experience and qualifications in accordance with JSP guidelines.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be a United States citizen or lawful permanent resident actively seeking citizenship.
- Must successfully complete a background check.
- Employment will be considered provisional pending the successful completion of the background check and a favorable suitability determination.
- Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit is required.
How to Apply:
- Submit a single PDF containing a cover letter, resume, completed AO 78 Application Form, law school transcript (if graduated within the last five years), two writing samples, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
- Email the application package to Jobs@mdb.uscourts.gov with "Judicial Law Clerk" in the subject line.
- Send a completed AO 78B Form to fair_employment@mdb.uscourts.gov.
- Interview travel expenses and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.
- The court provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
- All employees are required to adhere to the "Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees."
- The court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, to withdraw the job announcement, or to fill the position at any time.
- Due to the volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Conclusion:
- The Maryland Bankruptcy Court is seeking a Judicial Law Clerk to work under the supervision of Judge Nancy V. Alquist in Baltimore, MD.
- The ideal candidate must be a law school graduate with excellent research, writing, and computer skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office, Westlaw and Lexis is required, along with advanced proficiency in Word.
- Admittance to practice law in at least one state or scheduled to take the Bar Exam is required.
- Bar membership and at least one year of experience are required for a salary placement above a JSP 11.
- Prior bankruptcy practice experience or training is preferred.
- The selected candidate will receive a salary range of $84,601 - $156,755, along with paid annual and sick leave, health and life insurance, and a professional work environment.
- Interested applicants must submit a single PDF containing a cover letter, resume, completed AO 78 Application Form, law school transcript, two writing samples, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
- Applications must be emailed to Jobs@mdb.uscourts.gov with "Judicial Law Clerk" in the subject line.
- The court is an equal employment opportunity employer.
