Government
Centerville, MD
Law Student - Government in Centerville, MD
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Job Title: Fall 2025 Law Clerk
Job Responsibilities:
The Fall 2025 Law Clerk position at the organization involves a comprehensive set of responsibilities designed to provide law students with hands-on experience in legal defense. Law clerks will work closely with Juvenile Defenders, engaging in various aspects of case preparation. Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting legal research to support case strategies.
- Drafting motions and memoranda to be used in court proceedings.
- Engaging in case planning and assisting in the development of defense strategies.
- Conducting investigations and gathering evidence relevant to cases.
- Coordinating with witnesses to ensure their availability and preparedness for hearings or trials.
- Preparing for and participating in trials, hearings, and sentencings, providing support to attorneys and the trial team.
Education and Experience Information:
The Fall 2025 Law Clerk position is targeted at current law students or recent law school graduates. The program is designed to integrate law students into the trial teams, offering them the opportunity to gain substantial legal experience and skills. This position is particularly beneficial for students seeking to enhance their understanding of juvenile defense and gain real-world legal experience. The role is open to:
- Current law students, specifically those in their first (1L), second (2L), or third (3L) year of law school.
- Recent law school graduates who are interested in gaining further practical experience in legal defense.
Salary Information:
The Law Clerk positions are unpaid volunteer roles. However, the organization supports externs seeking academic credits for their work and is willing to sponsor applications for grants or other outside funding opportunities where applicable. While there is no direct financial compensation, the experience provides significant value in terms of practical legal training and exposure.
Additional Information:
The organization offers law clerk opportunities during the spring semester (January-May), fall semester (September-December), and summer (May-August). Applications for these positions are accepted on a rolling basis. Law clerks are expected to work in person and must start their clerkship by September 2, 2025, committing to a minimum of 10 weeks. The position is designed to be flexible to accommodate the academic schedules of law students, allowing them to gain practical experience alongside their studies.
The application process requires candidates to submit a resume, cover letter, list of four professional references, a writing sample (no longer than 15 pages), and an undergraduate transcript. Applications must be complete and submitted by August 1, 2025. The selection process is centralized, but final placements are made by district offices based on the preferences indicated by candidates. The organization has offices throughout the State of Maryland, with only the Montgomery County and Baltimore City offices accessible via public transportation.
Overall, the Fall 2025 Law Clerk position offers law students a unique opportunity to contribute to the mission of providing zealous and comprehensive defense for clients, while also gaining invaluable legal experience and skills.
Jun 11, 2025
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