Category: Career Planning: Job Postings/Symplicity

LAW CLERK POSITION
Three local attorneys, Alfred E. Schrader, Janice Romanoski and Scot Stevenson seek a rising 3rd year law student for a paid law clerk position. Position available due to graduation of present clerk.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
– Researching legal issues associated with client and other matters;
– Drafting memorandums regarding research topics;
– Drafting pleadings, opinion letters, legal briefs;
– Assisting with discovery including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production of documents;
– Communicating w/clients as directed by supervising attorney;
– Some daily filing, banking and other errands/tasks (flexible according to your daily schedule)

Our law clerk must demonstrate professionalism and courtesy especially when communicating with court personnel and clients. Maintaining confidentiality regarding client matters is paramount.

Please email your resume to lawoffices441@gmail.com. Include a writing sample. Your email may serve as your cover letter and should be addressed to Attorney Janice Romanoski who will be conducting interviews.

Our offices are conveniently located close to the law school at:
441 Wolf Ledges Pkwy.

Time is of the essence, so if you’re interested, respond ASAP!

No phone calls, please.

Brecksville, OH — Legal Intern – Applied Medical Technology
AkronLawJobs No. 7367 Overview: Seeking an intern to assist the Compliance Officer with various projects in a corporate law setting.
Duties may include: Review contract and legal documents to locate certain data and information; Prepare summaries of contracts; Research and assist with matters relating to corporate compliance; Assist Compliance Office with special projects assigned; Enter data and information from documents into computer system; Review contracts and legal documents to locate certain data and information; Review and revise routing business agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and other legal documents; Draft routine contracts and agreements; Perform a wide variety of clerical, technical, and administrative office support duties to assist the Compliance Officer.
Qualification: Currently enrolled in an accredited law degree program; Graduate date of December 2016 or May 2017 preferred; Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required; Outstanding research and writing skills and strong oral communication skills; plus attention to detail. Must have a valid Driver’s License. May be required to pass a drug, alcohol, credit, and/or criminal background check.
How to apply: Apply HERE. Send your resume and cover letter.
Deadline: June 6, 2016

Akron, OH – Staff Attorney – Entry Level – International Institute of Akron
AkronLawJobs No. 7348 Overview: The International Institute of Akron (IIA) is a refugee resettlement and immigration services nonprofit organization located in Akron, Ohio and serving all of Northeast Ohio.
Duties: Will provide legal assistance to community members through 1) direct representation; 2) individual consultations; 3) self-help assistance in the form of community workshops and legal clinics; and 4) community education. Will focus on providing legal representation in various immigration matters, but focusing on 1) representing community members seeking immigration status through refugee status or family visa petitions; 2) representing victims of violent crimes in applying for immigration benefits (including self-petitions, U or T visas and other forms of relief); 3) representing lawful permanent residents to file applications for naturalization; and 4) defending individuals in removal proceedings.
Qualifications: JD and admission to the bar in any state (will consider a new graduate planning on taking the next bar examination); Demonstrated commitment to immigrant rights and willingness to support IIA’s mission, vision and values; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Commitment to working in a diverse working environment; Fluent in English; Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently; Proficiency in use of web-based software; MS Word and Excel. PREFER Fluency in English and Spanish and some experience in immigration law.
How to apply: Send your cover letter, resume and references with contact information to madhu.sharma@iiakron.org.
Deadline: Full consideration will be given to those who apply by May 15, 2016, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Akron, OH – Law Clerk – City of Akron, Law Department
AkronLawJobs No. 7082 Overview: Seeking Law Clerk for the City of Akron, Law Department – Civil and Criminal Divisions – for spring semester (and possibly continuing for summer). The duties may include investigation of claims, collections and research and writing, including memoranda, motions and briefs to be filed in various courts.
Qualifications: Current 2L, Part-time 3L MUST HAVE INTERN CERTIFICATE OR BE ABLE TO OBTAIN THIS SUMMER
How to apply: Send resume and cover letter to Attorney Elaine M. Stoeberman: estoeberman@akronohio.gov. Please specify in your cover letter if you are interested in criminal or civil.
Address: 161 S. High Street, Ste. 202, Akron, OH 44308
Deadline: ASAP

The City of Barberton is looking for an upper division law student for about 10 hours per week this summer (likely not starting until July) to do paid legal research on labor law issues to assist the City of Barberton with their police and fire contract negotiations. Relevant coursework and an interest in labor law is preferred. Some of the work can be done remotely, but working with the Safety Director on the project, in person, is also very important – enthusiasm and communication skills are a must!

The Akron Bar Association is looking for an upper division student to assist with research for a presentation to be held in the fall for corporate counsel. Prefer a student who has taken and excelled in Evidence and Professional Responsibility. We estimate the project to take about 15 hours – student will be paid for the work.

If you are interested in being considered for either of these research opportunities, please email Director O’Brien (ab139@uakron.edu) to express your interest and set forth your relevant qualifications. Thank you!