Chambers Counsel, Judge Kehoe

Maryland Judiciary; Maryland; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Continuing education programs

Employee assistance programs

State retirement and pension plans

Job summary

The Chambers Counsel at the Maryland Judiciary conducts extensive research and analysis of state and federal law to resolve complex issues and draft written opinions for the Judge. It also handles administrative duties in chambers, including supervising term Law Clerks.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school and at least two years of legal experience, with a preference for prior appellate court exposure. Strong writing and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Two (2) years of legal experience required.
• Prior appellate court experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal research and analysis for the judge by reviewing case law, statutes, and regulations.
• Assist the Judge in preparing for oral argument and drafting opinions.
• Oversee day-to-day administration of chambers; assign work and train term Law Clerks and interns.
• Collaborate with Clerk's office and other chambers to circulate, approve, and file opinions.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Legal research

Microsoft Word

Westlaw

Microsoft Excel

Education

Juris Doctorate degree from ABA accredited law school

Tools

Westlaw

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position

Chambers Counsel

Closing Date

November 11, 2026

Location/Type

• Appellate Court of Maryland
• Hon. Stephen H. Kehoe?s Chambers
• Easton, MD 21601

Salary

$101,852

FLSA Status

Exempt

Position Type

Full Time

Financial Disclosure

Yes

At-Will

Yes

Benefits

The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans.

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Purpose of Role

The Chambers Counsel conducts extensive research and analysis of both state and federal law to resolve complex and novel legal issues, apply the pertinent laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and administrative opinions, and present oral recommendations and draft written opinions to the Judge. Handles administrative duties in chambers and assists, assigns work to, trains and reviews the work of term Law Clerks.

Essential Functions

• Provide legal support to the judge by researching relevant case law, statutes, regulations, etc.
• Assist the Judge in preparing for oral argument and drafting opinions.
• Oversee the day-to-day administration of chambers. Assist, assign work, and train term Law Clerks and interns.
• Work with term law clerks, the Clerk's office, and the other judges' chambers in circulating, approving, and filing opinions.

Education

Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school.

Experience

Two (2) years legal experience and excellent analytical, writing, and organizational skills.

Preferred

Prior appellate court experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of case law, statutes, rules, court procedures, and processes.
• Skill in filing, general office duties, and organization.
• Ability to apply policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and laws as required.
• Skill in analyzing information.
• Knowledge of computer software including Microsoft products and Westlaw.
• Skill in written and oral briefing to convey complex legal information in a concise way to the Judge. Ability to perform legal research and understand law-related materials.
• Ability to compose orders, memoranda, and draft opinions.
• Ability to draft correspondence.
• Ability to apply policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and laws as required.
• Ability to use office equipment in performance of all duties.

Ability To Perform All Essential Functions Of This Position

Good communication skills.

Selection Process

Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, "see resume" will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted.

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status , physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to [e-mail] or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.

Please find the Maryland Judiciary's equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation .