Job Description
Organization: Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office (BCSAO) Job Title: Law Clerk Experience: Current law school student (1L, 2L or 3L), law school graduate, or awaiting admission to the Maryland Bar
The Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office (BCSAO) is seeking highly motivated and organized individuals to join our team as Law Clerks. This is a unique opportunity for law students and recent graduates to gain valuable experience in the criminal justice system while working closely with prosecutors on investigations, hearings, and trials. The BCSAO accepts applications on a rolling basis and offers a competitive starting salary and benefits package to law clerks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Assist prosecutors with witness and police officer interviews - Prepare for trials and discovery - Gather evidence and conduct legal research - Draft motions and other legal documents - Support prosecutors in court during hearings and jury trials - Manage dockets and case management for assigned unit
Units Available for Placement: - District Court - Circuit Court - Homicide Unit
Qualifications: - Current law school student (1L, 2L or 3L), law school graduate, or awaiting admission to the Maryland Bar - Highly organized and motivated - Strong computer and technological literacy - Proficiency in Lexis Nexis and Microsoft applications preferred
Salary and Benefits: - Starting salary of $40,489 per year - Full benefits package
Application Process: - Email resume and cover letter to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** with subject line "Law Clerk Openings" - Indicate "Law Clerk" as the position for which you are applying in the body of the email - Resumes accepted on a rolling basis
The Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office is an equal opportunity employer.
