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Beachwood, OH – 2017 Summer Associate Program – Law Department – Cleveland Clinic

AkronLawJobs:  7827  Overview:  The Law Department of the Cleveland Clinic Health System is staffed by approximately 30 lawyers and an additional 50 support personnel.  The Law Department is located on the Cleveland Clinic Administrative Campus in Beachwood, Ohio, an upscale Cleveland suburb.  The attorneys practice law in a wide variety of practice areas including medical malpractice, risk management, hospital law, medical staff, clinical research, medical education, commercial transactions, real property, tax-exempt organizations, fraud and abuse, management care contracting, labor and employment, and corporate compliance.

Duties will include completing a prescribed regimen of hands-on activities in all of the major areas of practice.  The summer associates are also given the opportunity to attend various hospital committee meetings.

Qualifications:  2L, Preference is given to students who demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the health care field. An indication of your GPA and ranking should be noted on your resume.

How to apply:  e-mail your resume and a brief writing sample to:  privitp@ccf.org

Or mail directly to Pamela Privitera, Cleveland Clinic Law Department, 3050 Science Park Drive, AC321, Beachwood, OH  44122

Deadline:  December 31, 2016

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP

Diversity Scholarship Program

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, one of the largest law firms with 21 offices across the country, is pleased to offer its Diversity Scholarship Program.

In addition to working as a salaried Summer Associate in one of Dinsmore’s offices, recipients will receive a scholarship up to $10,000. Recipients will also be assigned a mentor who will serve as a dedicated resource for professional development. We are specifically seeking applicants who have a strong record of academic or professional achievement, demonstrated leadership qualities, and a meaningful commitment to diversity.

We are pleased to offer a unique opportunity for one FIRST-YEAR LAW STUDENT with global consumer products company Proctor & Gamble. One first-year scholarship recipient will be salaried Summer Associate for both P&G and Dinsmore, splitting a 12-week period between both organizations’ Cincinnati, Ohio offices.

Students should download and complete the application forms (below) to indicate specific interest Application

Deadline to apply December 31, 2016

Canton, OH – Law Clerk – Reed Law Offices, LLC

AkronLawJobs No. 7882  Overview:  Seeking a part-time law clerk to assist attorney in the general practice of law 10 to 20 per week.  Hourly rate between $12 and $15 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Duties: Conducting legal research, legal writing, drafting, gathering facts and information from clients, witnesses, and other sources, preparing documents, performing administrative tasks, and otherwise assisting the attorney in representing clients.

How to apply:  Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, references, and a writing sample to:  Reed Law Offices, LLC, 401 Tuscarawas St. West, Suite 300, Canton, OH 44702  OR email nikkireedlaw@gmail.com

Deadline:  January 7, 2017

Various cities, USA – Patent Experience Externship Program – Summer 2017 – US Patent & Trademark

AkronLawJobs No. 7876 Overview: Seeking applications for an unpaid Patent Experience Externship Program (PEEP).

Sessions:  There are 2 ten-week sessions. The first begins on May 22, 2017 and the second begins June 5, 2017. Job Announcement Number:  PEEP-2017-0002

Duties: Research and review of patent applications; Brief management officials on technology content; Will devise search strategies; Will draft non-final office actions; Will conduct prior art searches; Will propose an engineering position based on findings; and Will formulate a written legal position dealing with a range of issues from intellectual property to drafting positions on petitions decisions.

Qualifications: Must be a U.S. Citizen or National; Must be enrolled in law school and have an undergraduate degree in engineering, computer science, or general sciences; Must be in good academic standing; Must work well in a team environment; Must have a working knowledge of computer applications such as Word and Excel; and Must have excellent writing, reading, and interpersonal skills.

How to apply:  Apply HERE. You will upload your resume, undergraduate transcripts, and law school transcripts. You may submit unofficial transcripts. If you are selected, you will need to supply your official transcripts WITHIN FIVE BUSINESS DAYS.

Potential locations: San Jose, CA; Denver, CO; Detroit, MI; Dallas, TX; and Alexandria, Va.

Deadline:  January 6, 2017