Law Clerk (Continuous Job Opening) - Maryland Judiciary : Job Details

Location: Allegany County; Annapolis Area; Anne Arundel County; Baltimore City; Baltimore County; Calvert County; Caroline County; Carroll County; Cecil County; Charles County; Dorchester County; Frederick County; Garrett County; Harford County; Howard County; Kent County; Montgomery County; Prince George's County; Queen Anne's County; Somerset County; St. Mary's County; Talbot County; Washington County; Wicomico County; Worcester County.

Full-Time, At-Will Positions Available throughout the State As Needed.

Compensation:

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Type: Regular/Temporary, Full Time, At-Will

Essential Functions:

The Law Clerk provides legal support to the Judge, which includes conducting legal research, reviewing motions and court files, drafting memoranda, and revising work product. The Law Clerk responds to research questions on a case-by-case basis and delivers and triages the chamber's work prior to sending to the Judge. Attendance at court proceedings may be required as requested by the Judge. Duties will vary based on the level of the court: District Court, Circuit Court, Appellate Court of Maryland, and Supreme Court of Maryland.

Benefits: The Maryland Judiciary 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.

Education: Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Preferred: Prior legal writing experience.

Notes: Upon application, you may be requested to furnish writing samples, unofficial or official transcripts, and three (3) references.

Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of laws, rules, court procedures, and the progression of cases from original charge through trial, sentencing, modification, and violation of probation stages. Proficiency in general office work such as filing and recording information. Familiarity with computer hardware and software. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to perform legal research, read and understand law-related materials, compose orders and memoranda, and apply policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and laws as required. Capability to perform all essential functions of this position.

The Maryland Judiciary is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We 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 [email protected] or call 410-###-####. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.