Law Clerk, Antitrust 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. 

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 clerkship; 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, 2027
• 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 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 – one-half of weekly hours in-office. 

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.