Law Clerk/First Year Associate

Description:

Position Summary:

Kenny Law Group, LLC 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 Duties Include But Not Limited to:

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

Qualifications:

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

To Be Successful in this Role, the Incumbent Will Demonstrate:

• Self-starter

• Comfortable in court

• Strong negotiation skills

• Detail-oriented

• Adaptable in fast-paced environment

• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation required

• Willingness to travel locally for court appearances and filings

• Professional demeanor and strong communication skills