Law Clerk, Criminal Division, Summer 2027
About The Position
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is the chief legal office for the State of Maryland, advising and representing state agencies, boards, commissions, officials, and institutions. It also protects the public through civil enforcement and prosecution of matters assigned by law. Law clerks in the Criminal Division work closely with prosecutors on complex, multi-jurisdictional criminal cases. They assist with evidence analysis, trial preparation, and legal research and writing, and gain experience with investigations involving criminal enterprises, drug distribution conspiracies, violent crime patterns, white-collar offenses, fraud, public corruption, and environmental and natural resources crimes. This is an unpaid summer 2027 position. Students may be eligible to receive externship credit according to their school’s policies. The role is hybrid, with 1–2 in-office days per week. Summer start dates are May 17, May 24, and June 7, 2027; end dates fall between July 23 and August 20, 2027.
Requirements
- Current enrollment in an accredited law school.
- Strong legal research and writing skills.
- Demonstrated interest in public service, administrative law, or litigation.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with Westlaw, LexisNexis, or other legal research tools.
- Professionalism, discretion, and a commitment to ethical legal practice.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a public law office, legal clinic, or government agency.
- Coursework in evidence law, criminal law, or criminal procedure.
- Familiarity with Maryland law and court procedures.
Responsibilities
- Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on a wide range of legal issues.
- Assist in preparing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Review and summarize evidence, case files, and records.
- Support attorneys in litigation preparation, including discovery and trial preparation.
- Attend hearings, depositions, and meetings as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the legal team.
Benefits
- Students may be able to receive externship credit depending on their school’s policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
