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Echard Marquette, P.C. is excited to announce the 2019 Trial Lawyer Scholarship.  We’re proud of the work we do representing injured people.  That’s why we want to support other trial lawyers in training.  Our scholarship is for $1,000.  It is open to first and second year law students.  There is a strong preference (but not a requirement) for students who intend to practice personal injury law in western Pennsylvania.  One award will be made.

To apply, send an email to scholarship@trustemlaw.com with the following:

• Your name
• The law school you attend
• Your year (1L or 2L)
• A statement of 1,000 words or less.  Tell us why you think trial advocacy is an important part of the law, and how you would like to be a part of it.  Also tell us why you want to practice in Western Pennsylvania.

Submissions are due by July 31.  The award is expected to be made by August 31.

AkronLawJobs No. 10213 Overview: The Intern’s role is to assist the Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS) Director by speaking directly with clients via the telephone, conducting intake interviews and recommending attorneys with the appropriate legal experience to resolve the clients’ legal needs. The Intern will also provide administrative assistant support to the LRIS Director as needed. Will also assist the Legal Professional Development Department and Notary Public Services.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Answers the telephone and conducts client intake; Maintains files of referral updates; and Researches online court dockets for unreported referred cases. Will assist the Legal Professional Development Director with seminar preparation, event logistics, and follow-up reporting to the Ohio Supreme Court. Soliciting and preparing seminar materials for attendees; Maintaining files of attendees and CLE credits; and Completing reports at the conclusion of CLE events.

Qualifications: 1L. Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to deal with clients of all demeanors. Should have knowledge of Windows operating environment Microsoft Office, and general database usage.

Other: The student intern will work ten (10) hours per week and will receive a $1,000 stipend at the conclusion of the internship.  

How to Apply: E-mail your resume and cover letter detailing the skills and abilities that will help you succeed in this position to C. Allen Nichols, Executive Director at callen@akronbar.org

Deadline:  May 24, 2019

Seeking students to work in the Inmate Assistance Program paid position – $9.50 per hour up to 20 hours per week. Student will travel to Summit County jail once a week, every week, on Tuesday mornings, meet with inmates who have legal questions, and research and draft letters back to the inmates.  Students interested in developing interviewing, research, and writing skills should apply. Our clinic graduates use their skills in civil and criminal contexts as Public Defenders, County Prosecutors, Legal Aid lawyers, judicial law clerks, and civil practitioners.  Students must be willing to commit to the program for one year.   

Qualifications:  All students are invited to apply.

How to apply:  A cover letter and resume must be submitted to Professor Nichols at rtn3@uakron.edu. 

Deadline:  May 31, 2019

AkronLawJobs No. 10210 Overview: Seeking a law clerk to begin working this summer and continue through the school year. This is a paid position.

Duties: Work 10-15 hours per week. Will do a variety of jobs including preparing briefs and general office duties.  This firm does both criminal and civil work and both circuit and appellate work.

Qualifications: 1L or 2L

How to Apply: E-mail your resume to partlowlaw@aol.com

Deadline:  May 31, 2019