Law Student - Government in Baltimore, MD

Government

Baltimore, MD

Law Student - Government in Baltimore, MD

Law Student

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Job Title: Law Clerk Internship, Fall
Salary: Unpaid/volunteer
Experience: Law students

Organization: Office of the Attorney General
Department: Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency

Overview:
- Volunteer law clerk program for law students
- Opportunity to work in various legal fields, from criminal investigations to counsel for state agencies
- Perform legal research and writing, participate in interviews and assist with litigation
- Housed at the main headquarters of the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency
- Staffed by five Assistant Attorneys General and a Management Associate
- Advise on gaming law, policy, licensing, enforcement, personnel, and more
- Work minimum of 15-20 hours per week, may be eligible for course credit

About the Organization:
- Largest and finest law firm in the state of Maryland
- Handles a wide range of legal issues, including criminal investigations and prosecutions, civil litigation, appellate advocacy, and more
- Represents the state in various legal arenas
- Distinguished history of successfully addressing complex legal issues
- Gives participants a chance to make a difference in communities across the state

Qualifications:
- Excellent legal research and writing abilities
- Strong communication and team skills
- Good work ethic and attitude
- Law students in 1L, 2L, or 3L year with a GPA of at least
- Must work minimum of 15-20 hours per week

Application Process:
- Submit application form, cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript in PDF format to Ronda Kirk at ****
- Application must be submitted before October 15 for Spring, March 1 for Summer, or August 15 for Fall
- Applicants may be asked for a writing sample or references
- Direct any questions to Ronda Kirk

General Practice Areas:
- Administrative Proceedings
- Advice to Client Agencies
- Appellate Litigation
- Business and Finance
- Civil Enforcement
- Contracts
- Criminal Law
- Policy and Legislation
- Regulatory Enforcement
- Torts
- Transactions
- Trial Litigation

Divisions:
- Aging
- Antitrust
- Budget and Management
- Civil Litigation
- Consumer Protection – Mediation
- Consumer Protection – Enforcement
- Consumer Protection – Legislative
- Contract Litigation
- Correctional Litigation
- Courts and Judicial Affairs
- Criminal Appeals
- Criminal Division – Environmental Crimes
- Criminal Division – Fraud and Corruption
- Criminal Division – Insurance Fraud
- Criminal Division – Medicaid Fraud and Vulnerable Victims
- Criminal Division – Organized Crime
- Education (K-12)
- Emergency Management
- Environment
- Environmental Service
- General Assembly
- General Services
- Health
- Health Benefits Exchange
- Health Education and Advocacy
- Health Occupations Prosecution and Litigation
- Higher Education
- Higher Education Commission
- Housing and Community Development
- Human Services
- Independent Investigations Unit
- Information Technology
- Juvenile Services
- Labor
- Lottery and Gaming
- Motor Vehicle Administration
- Natural Resources
- OAG Executive Office – Civil Rights
- OAG Executive Office - Equity, Policy, and Engagement
- OAG Executive Office – General Counsel
- OAG Executive Office – Legislative Affairs
- Opinions and Advice
- Peoples’ Insurance Counsel
- Planning
- Public Access/Open Government
- Public Safety and Correctional Services
- Retirement and Pension
- Secretary of State (Charitable Enforcement)
- Securities
- State Highway
- State Police
- Technology Development Corporation
- Tobacco Settlement Enforcement
- Transit Administration
- Transportation Authority
- Treasurer

Benefits:
- Gain hands-on experience in various legal fields
- Work with experienced attorneys and professionals
- Opportunity to make a difference in communities across the state
- Potential for course credit
- Develop skills in legal research, writing, and communication

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