The Maryland Judiciary is currently seeking a Law Clerk for a continuous job opening in multiple locations throughout the state. This is a full-time, at-will position with a starting salary of $68,499 for first year Appellate Law Clerks and $63,119 for non-bar member Circuit Court and District Court Law Clerks, with an increase for bar members in any state to $70,120. The position is exempt and offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid holidays, supplemental retirement plans, and employee assistance programs.
The Law Clerk will provide legal support to the Judge and will be responsible for conducting legal research, reviewing motions and court files, drafting memoranda, and revising work product. They will also respond to research questions, deliver and triage the chamber's work, and attend court proceedings as requested by the Judge. The duties of the Law Clerk will vary based on the level of court, including District Court, Circuit Court, Appellate Court of Maryland, and Supreme Court of Maryland.
To be considered for this position, applicants must have obtained a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Prior legal writing experience is preferred. Upon application, candidates may be asked to provide writing samples, unofficial or official transcripts, and three references.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of laws, rules, and court procedures, as well as computer skills and excellent organizational and time management abilities. They must also possess the ability to perform legal research, read and understand law-related materials, and compose orders and memoranda. The ability to apply policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and laws is also required.
The Maryland Judiciary is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. They do 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 need ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to or . The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace and applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
The Law Clerk position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in the legal field and work closely with a Judge. The Maryland Judiciary is a well-respected and reputable organization, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you have a Juris Doctorate degree and a passion for the law, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research
- Review motions and court files
- Draft memoranda
- Revise work product
- Respond to research questions
- Deliver and triage chamber's work
- Attend court proceedings
- Perform duties based on level of court
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate degree from ABA-accredited law school
- Prior legal writing experience preferred
- Knowledge of laws, rules, and court procedures
- Computer skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Ability to perform legal research
- Ability to read and understand law-related materials
- Ability to compose orders and memoranda
- Ability to apply policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and laws
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid time off and holidays
- Supplemental retirement plans
- Employee assistance programs
The Maryland Judiciary is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States. ADA accommodations are available upon request.
Join the Maryland Judiciary as a Law Clerk and gain valuable experience in the legal field while working with a supportive and inclusive organization. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!
