Law Clerk, Criminal Division, Spring 2027

Description

The Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State of Maryland. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has the general charge, supervision, and direction of the State’s legal business, acting as legal advisors and representatives of the major agencies, various boards, commissions, officials, and institutions of State Government. The OAG also protects the public by civil enforcement of antitrust, civil rights, consumer protection, and securities laws and regulations and by the prosecution of organized crime, Medicaid fraud, environmental crimes, insurance fraud, state tax evasion, and other statutorily assigned matters. As Maryland’s 47th Attorney General, Anthony G. Brown leads the Office with a critical focus on equity, justice, and fairness. 

Law clerks in the OAG's Criminal Division will collaborate closely with prosecutors on complex, multi-jurisdictional criminal cases. Law clerks will assist with evidence analysis, trial preparation, and legal research and writing. They will gain hands-on experience in investigations spanning criminal enterprises, drug distribution conspiracies, violent crime patterns, white-collar offenses, fraud, public corruption, and environmental and natural resources crimes.

As a law clerk you will:

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on a wide range of legal issues
• Assist in the preparation of 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

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship; however, students may be able to receive externship credit depending on their school’s policies.

Important Dates:

• Offer letters will be sent out by December 18, 2026
• Spring 2027 start dates are January 13, 2027, January 20, 2027, January 27
• Spring 2027 end dates are March 17 – April 2, 2027  

Submission: Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and a list of three professional references, including at least one current or former supervisor. Please note that this job posting will come offline at 6:00 p.m. EST on the closing date.

Telework: Hybrid Work – 1-2 in-office days weekly.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The OAG is an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested persons to apply regardless of race, color, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, pregnancy, family or parental status, veteran status, genetic information, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. 

Commitment To Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, And Belonging: The Office of the Attorney General views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving professional excellence and fostering and maintaining a culture where every employee can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the best pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values. We honor, respect, and celebrate all differences, both visible and invisible, and are committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting individuals who have historically been underrepresented in the practice of law and professional careers.