Law Clerk
JC Law is the largest family law practice in the state of Maryland with additional offices throughout the mid-Atlantic region. Established in 1992, the firm has grown in both size and capability into its current leadership position amongst some of the nation’s top family law firms.
We are in the business of perfecting the art of practicing law. Our unique approach to litigation, client relationships, and business management is fully encapsulated in what we call The Perfect Client Lifecycle. This ethos is the philosophical foundation of what we strive to do as well as the operational roadmap that guides how we practice law on a daily basis.
We are rapidly expanding our footprint. Our success over previous years has created an unprecedented opportunity to grow our firm in terms of employees, clients served, and geographic influence. We are in the midst of a multi-year, multi-state, and multi-city growth plan. Talent will be the fuel that powers this rapid expansion across the region as we launch multiple new offices over the coming years.
We are Entrepreneurial Litigators. Our experienced leadership team, talented workforce of legal professionals, and our unique approach to the business of law have established our reputation as a best-in-class family, civil and criminal litigation firm. This is where litigators learn to be litigators.
Job description
We are seeking a studious and passionate Law Clerk to join our law practice. We are a mid-sized litigation firm that handles criminal, family, and civil matters. The successful candidate will work with several Attorneys daily. We are looking for the best talent to join our team. If you are a current law student with excellent grades and a flexible schedule, you will be perfect for this position. We offer the opportunity to gain experience with Attorneys who serve in a wide variety of capacities, from divorce and custody disputes to handling high-profile felony cases.
Once you successfully graduate law school and can practice law in Maryland, you will be on track for an Associate Attorney position within our firm. The opportunity for full time and part time work is available.
Responsibilities:
- Research case law and help Attorneys prepare for court
- Assist clients in responding to Attorney requests and navigating the legal system
- Review and interpret legal documents including affidavits and sworn testimony
- Assist Attorneys in preparing and writing briefs and opinions
- Help Attorneys prepare for depositions
- Organize and manage files, documents, and exhibits
- File documents with federal and state courts
- Schedule court depositions, hearings, and other meetings
Qualifications:
- 2nd or 3rd Year law student preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent document management skills
- Willingness to conduct extensive research
- Deadline and detail-oriented
- Able to work as a team with attorneys and other colleagues
- Demonstrate a courteous and professional demeanor
Benefits:
- Paid sick leave and holidays
- Paid flex time
- Flexible schedule and commitment to working between 24-29 hours per week
- Full time opportunities are available for current graduates
- Paid healthcare and paid vacation for full time employees
- Moot courtroom for training
- Training
- Networking events and parties
- Annual reviews and merit increases
- Yearly bonuses
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Full medical, dental, and vision healthcare plans including an HSA option
- 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for individual employees (Blue Cross/Blue Shield)
- 401K retirement plan with automatic 1.5% equity share
- Life insurance through Kelly Benefits
- Two weeks PTO with 40 hours paid sick leave, with the ability to roll over unused PTO from year to year
- Flexibility to work remotely 2 day per week after the probationary period
- Other perks include: gym membership reimbursement, Firm provided lunches on Fridays, company events, and more