Law Student - Government in Baltimore, MD

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Baltimore, MD

Law Student - Government in Baltimore, MD

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Organization: Office of the Attorney General, State of Maryland
Job Title: Law Clerk Internship, Spring
Experience Level: Law students
Salary: Unpaid, may be eligible for course credit
Application Deadline: October 15 for Spring

Overview:
- Volunteer law clerk program sponsored by the Office of the Attorney General
- Provides law students with opportunities to serve the citizens of Maryland in various legal fields
- Involves legal research and writing, witness/client interviews, and assisting with litigation
- Work encompasses criminal investigations, civil litigation, appellate advocacy, and representation of the State of Maryland
- Gives participants a chance to make a difference in communities across the state

Qualifications:
- Excellent legal research and writing abilities
- Strong communication and team skills
- Good work ethic and attitude
- Expected to work 15-20 hours per week
- May be eligible for course credit

How to Apply:
- Submit application form, cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript to Ronda Kirk at ****
- Use subject line "Law Clerk Program Application"
- May be asked for writing sample or references during interview process
- Application deadlines: October 15 for Spring, March 1 for Summer, August 15 for Fall

General Practice Areas:
- Administrative Proceedings
- Advice to Client Agencies
- Appellate Litigation
- Business and Finance
- Civil Enforcement
- Contracts
- Criminal Law
- Policy and Legislation
- Regulatory Enforcement
- Torts
- Transactions
- Trial Litigation

Divisions:
- Aging
- Antitrust
- Budget and Management
- Civil Litigation
- Consumer Protection (Mediation, Enforcement, Legislative)
- Contract Litigation
- Correctional Litigation
- Courts and Judicial Affairs
- Criminal Appeals
- Criminal Division (Environmental Crimes, Fraud and Corruption, Insurance Fraud, Medicaid Fraud and Vulnerable Victims, Organized Crime)
- Education (K-12)
- Emergency Management
- Environment
- Environmental Service
- General Assembly
- General Services
- Health (Education and Advocacy, Occupations Prosecution and Litigation)
- Higher Education (Commission)
- Housing and Community Development
- Human Services
- Independent Investigations Unit
- Information Technology
- Juvenile Services
- Labor
- Lottery and Gaming
- Motor Vehicle Administration
- Natural Resources
- OAG Executive Office (Civil Rights, Equity, Policy and Engagement, General Counsel, Legislative Affairs)
- Opinions and Advice
- Peoples' Insurance Counsel
- Planning
- Public Access/Open Government
- Public Safety and Correctional Services
- Retirement and Pension
- Secretary of State (Charitable Enforcement)
- Securities
- State Highway
- State Police
- Technology Development Corporation
- Tobacco Settlement Enforcement
- Transit Administration
- Transportation Authority
- Treasurer

Note: Not every division on this list accepts a law clerk every term. Applicants may be contacted by a division not checked in their application.

The Office of the Attorney General for the State of Maryland offers a unique opportunity for law students to gain valuable experience and make a difference in their communities through their Law Clerk Internship Program. This program, sponsored by the Office, allows law students to work in a variety of legal fields and assist with important cases and investigations. The Law Clerk Program is currently accepting applications for the Spring term, with a deadline of October 15th.

Benefits of the Law Clerk Program:
- Gain hands-on experience in a variety of legal fields
- Assist with important cases and investigations
- Develop strong legal research and writing skills
- Work alongside experienced attorneys and professionals
- Make a difference in communities across the state

Organization:
The Office of the Attorney General, State of Maryland, is the largest and most prestigious law firm in the state. They handle a wide range of legal matters, including criminal investigations and prosecutions, environmental enforcement, civil litigation, and appellate advocacy. As counselors and litigators for various state agencies, boards, and commissions, the Office has a successful track record of addressing complex legal issues.

Job Title:
Law Clerk Internship, Spring

Experience Level:
Law students

Salary:
Unpaid, may be eligible for course credit

Application Deadline:
October 15 for Spring

Overview:
The Law Clerk Program offers law students the opportunity to serve the citizens of Maryland in a variety of legal fields. Participants will engage in legal research and writing, witness and client interviews, and assist with litigation. The work of the Office of the Attorney General encompasses a broad range of areas, from protecting the Chesapeake Bay to ensuring the safety of Maryland's families.

Qualifications:
- Strong legal research and writing abilities
- Excellent communication and team skills
- Good work ethic and attitude
- Available to work 15-20 hours per week
- May be eligible for course credit

How to Apply:
Interested students should submit an application form, cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript in PDF format to Ronda Kirk at ****. Please use the subject line "Law Clerk Program Application." Applicants may be asked for a writing sample or references during the interview process. Application deadlines are October 15 for Spring, March 1 for Summer, and August 15 for Fall.

General Practice Areas:
Law clerks may have the opportunity to work in a variety of legal fields, including administrative proceedings, appellate litigation, criminal law, and more. They may also have the chance to work on specific practice areas such as civil enforcement, contracts, and regulatory enforcement.

Divisions:
The Office of the Attorney General has a wide range of divisions that handle different legal matters. Law clerks may have the opportunity to work in areas such as consumer protection, criminal division, education, environment, health, and more. Not every division accepts a law clerk every term, and applicants may be contacted by a division other than the ones they checked in their application.