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    Law Clerk - Baltimore, United States - Legal Aid Bureau

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    A RESUME AND COVER LETTER ARE REQUIRED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

    Maryland Legal Aid (MLA) provides life-changing civil legal assistance to eligible residents in every part of the State. Since 1911, MLA has provided high-quality legal services to low-income, and marginalized individuals and communities–helping them remedy their civil legal issues and become empowered to overcome challenges, achieve stability and independence, and an overall better life.

    MLA is dedicated to preserving the basic human needs and basic human rights of clients, particularly as they navigate the justice system. MLA staff, pro bono attorneys, community partners, and general supporters all play important roles in ensuring that the legal playing field is leveled so that those most in need achieve equal access to justice. It is because of this diverse support that MLA is able to be a voice to tens of thousands of economically disadvantaged and vulnerable Marylanders every year

    Job Summary:

    Under the supervision of an attorney, law clerks are generally expected to handle some functions related to casework from initial intake through representation of clients at administrative and other hearings permitted by law. Law clerks may be expected to work together with attorneys on cases or projects. Some law clerks may perform exclusively or primarily non-casework functions. Tasks assigned to law clerks may include, any or all but are not limited to the following:

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Screen clients for eligibility.
    • Conduct preliminary and subsequent interviews with clients.
    • Schedule appointments, hearings, etc.
    • Conduct factual investigation and analysis, and legal research.
    • Under the supervision of the staff attorney, supervising attorney, and or chief attorney prepare documents and correspondence which will include complaints, answers, memoranda of law, briefs, etc.
    • Assist in or develop case theory and strategy for the representation of clients.
    • Perform other duties, as assigned within the scope of the essential functions of the position.
    Qualifications:

    Proficient written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform the duties of the position; computer skills, and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint); proven ability to draft correspondence, good attention to detail, and a willingness to work in all substantive legal areas; Ability to empathize and assist people who are distressed; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; and commitment to the mission of Maryland Legal Aid.

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