Law Student - Government in Baltimore, MD

Government

Baltimore, MD

Law Student - Government in Baltimore, MD

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SEO Friendly Job Title: Volunteer Law Clerk at Maryland Attorney General's Office

H1: Join Our Team as a Volunteer Law Clerk at Maryland Attorney General's Office

H2: Gain Legal Experience and Make a Difference in Maryland Communities

Organization: Maryland Attorney General's Office

Department: Law Clerk Program

Salary: Unpaid, but may be eligible for course credit

Job Description:

- Provide legal research and writing assistance to Assistant Attorneys General in the Criminal Appeals Division
- Handle at least one criminal appeal from start to finish, including reading transcripts and drafting appellate briefs
- May work on other legal fields such as criminal investigations, consumer protection, and counsel to state agencies
- Participate in witness and client interviews and assist with litigation in various courts
- Work at least 15-20 hours per week, with schedules based on division needs and clerk's commitments
- Encouraged to consider a two-season commitment for a more in-depth experience
- Opportunity to make a difference in Maryland communities through the work of the Attorney General's Office

Qualifications:

- Excellent legal research and writing abilities
- Strong communication and team skills
- Good work ethic and attitude
- Currently enrolled in law school
- Minimum GPA of ________
- Available for at least 15-20 hours per week
- May be eligible for course credit

How to Apply:

- Submit application form, cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript in PDF format to Ronda Kirk at ****
- Use "Law Clerk Program Application" as the subject line
- May be asked for a writing sample or references during the interview process
- Deadline to apply: October 15 for Spring, March 1 for Summer, August 15 for Fall
- Direct any questions to Ronda Kirk

Bullets:

- Gain hands-on legal experience in a variety of fields at Maryland's largest law firm
- Work with experienced attorneys and handle at least one criminal appeal from start to finish
- Make a difference in Maryland communities through the work of the Attorney General's Office
- Flexible schedules and opportunities for course credit
- Available for law students in all years of study
- Application deadline: October 15 for Spring, March 1 for Summer, August 15 for Fall

Salary Information:

- Unpaid, but may be eligible for course credit

Experience Information:

- Law students in all years of study are welcome to apply
- Minimum GPA of ________
- Available for at least 15-20 hours per week