Description

Position Summary:

Kenny Law Group, LLC located in Northern Baltimore County is seeking a motivated Law Clerk or First-Year Associate to join our growing real estate and litigation practice. This position offers hands-on courtroom exposure, client interaction, and substantive legal work. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and eager to develop litigation and negotiation skills.

Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities:

Litigation & Court Work

• Attend court hearings and motions hearings
• Draft pleadings, motions, and responses
• Track court dockets and manage deadlines
• File pleadings electronically and in person
• Assist with trial preparation

Client & Case Management

• Communicate with clients
• Negotiate settlements
• Draft settlement agreements
• Maintain organized case files

Real Estate & Foreclosure Practice

• Draft foreclosure complaints
• Review title abstracts
• Prepare bankruptcy and Orphans’ Court filings
• Coordinate service of process

Administrative & Financial Tasks

• Track case expenses
• Request checks for filing fees
• Prepare dismissal filings
• Close files upon resolution

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or current 2L/3L law student
• Maryland bar admission preferred or intent to sit for the bar
• Strong legal writing and research skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation required
• Willingness to travel locally for court appearances and filings
• Professional demeanor and strong communication skills

Attributes to Be Successful in This Role: 

• Self-starter
• Comfortable in court
• Strong negotiation skills
• Detail-oriented
• Adaptable in fast-paced environment