Closing Date: 5th March, 2027

Description:

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.

The Antitrust Division of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Law Clerk to support the Antitrust Division in advancing its mission of protecting Maryland consumers, workers, and competitive markets. This is an excellent opportunity for current law students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in government legal practice, including litigation, regulatory compliance, and policy development. As a law clerk in the Antitrust Division you will:

Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on a wide range of legal issues
Assist with review and analysis of target industries, markets, and market participants
Review and summarize case files, evidence, and administrative records
Assist in the preparation of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs
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, antitrust law, or litigation
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
Familiarity with Westlaw, LexisNexis, or other electronic 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 antitrust law, consumer protection law, or public interest law
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 April 16, 2027
Summer 2027 start dates are May 17, May 24, & June 7, 2027
Summer 2027 end dates are July 23 - August 20, 2027

Submission: Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and law school transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable). Please note that this job posting will come offline at 6:00 p.m. EST on the closing date.

Telework: Hybrid Work – 2 days in office weekly.