Law Student - Government in Baltimore, MD

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Baltimore, MD

Law Student - Government in Baltimore, MD

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Job Title: Law Clerk Internship, Spring
Organization: Office of the Attorney General, State of Maryland
Department: OAG Executive Office - Legislative Affairs
Experience: Law students with excellent legal research and writing abilities, strong communication and team skills, a great work ethic and a good attitude

Salary: Unpaid, may be eligible for course credit

H1: Law Clerk Internship at the Office of the Attorney General, State of Maryland
H2: Gain Valuable Legal Experience in Legislative Affairs

The Office of the Attorney General in the State of Maryland is currently seeking law students to participate in their volunteer Law Clerk Program for the spring term. This program offers an opportunity for students to serve the citizens of Maryland in various legal fields, including criminal investigations, consumer protection, and counsel for state agencies.

As the largest and most prestigious law firm in the state, the Maryland Attorney General's Office handles a wide range of legal matters, from criminal investigations and prosecutions to environmental enforcement and civil litigation. As a law clerk, you will have the chance to work on legal research and writing, participate in witness and client interviews, and assist with litigation in Maryland's trial, administrative, and appellate courts.

The Law Clerk Program also provides a chance to make a difference in communities across the state. Whether it's protecting the Chesapeake Bay from polluters or keeping families safe from violence and unethical business practices, the Office of the Attorney General is dedicated to serving the people of Maryland.

Qualifications for this internship include excellent legal research and writing abilities, strong communication and team skills, a great work ethic, and a positive attitude. Schedules will be determined based on the needs of the division and the law clerk's class and extracurricular commitments. Law clerks are expected to work a minimum of 15-20 hours per week and may be eligible to receive course credit.

To apply for this internship, interested students must submit an application form, cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript in PDF format to Ronda Kirk at ****. Applicants may also be asked for a writing sample or references during the interview process. The application deadline for the spring term is October 15.

In the application form, students can indicate their top three choices for practice areas and divisions they would like to explore during their internship. Some of the areas of law that the Office of the Attorney General covers include administrative proceedings, appellate litigation, civil enforcement, criminal law, policy and legislation, and more.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable legal experience and make a difference in the state of Maryland. Apply now for the Law Clerk Program at the Office of the Attorney General.