Litigation & Employment Law Clerk – Fast-Paced Practice

Liff & Walsh, LLC; Annapolis, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Job summary

Liff, Walsh & Simmons seeks a Law Clerk focused on litigation and employment law to provide legal support with research, document preparation, and case management. This role offers hands‑on experience in a dynamic, culture‑forward firm in Annapolis, MD.

Qualified candidates are JD‑bound students with strong research, writing, and communication skills who can manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced setting, assist with pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation, and maintain meticulous files.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited J.D. program.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize deadlines, and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Experience with legal research platforms and legal writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with attorneys and staff.
• Strong initiative, professionalism, and commitment to client service.
• Interest in litigation, employment law, and trial advocacy.
• Experience with case management software or document management systems is a plus.
• Previous judicial internship, mock trial, moot court, law review, or litigation clinic experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations relevant to ongoing litigation matters.
• Analyze and summarize legal information to assist attorneys in building strong case strategies.
• Assist in drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Prepare and organize exhibits, affidavits, and other supporting documents for court filings.
• Research and assist on complex employment law issues, including discrimination, harassment, wage/hour disputes, and employee benefits.
• Work closely with attorneys to manage case files and ensure deadlines are met.
• Assist with contract review and negotiation for employment contracts, severance agreements, and related documents.
• Maintain organized and up‑to‑date electronic and physical case files.
• Prepare and file court documents, ensuring compliance with procedural requirements.
• Monitor court dockets and deadlines to keep the team informed and prepared.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel as directed by attorneys.
• Assist in preparing correspondence and communication related to litigation matters.
• Provide general support to attorneys during trial preparation and court proceedings.
• Assist in deposition summaries and trial exhibits preparation.
• Apply analytical skills to identify and resolve issues with recommended solutions.
• Draft engagement letters and assist with client invoicing and expense recovery.
• Complete special projects and other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Legal writing

Microsoft Office 365

Adobe Acrobat

Independent work

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Litigation focus

Employment law awareness

Education

J.D. student

Tools

Legal research platforms

Case management software

Document management systems

Job description

Liff, Walsh & Simmons seeks a Law Clerk focused on litigation and employment law to provide legal support with research, document preparation, and case management. This role offers hands‑on experience in a dynamic, culture‑forward firm in Annapolis, MD.

Qualified candidates are JD‑bound students with strong research, writing, and communication skills who can manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced setting, assist with pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation, and maintain meticulous files.