Category: General Announcements

Echard Marquette, P.C. 2019 Trial Lawyer Scholarship

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.

Extended Bar Prep

Extended Bar Prep Sessions through July (all meet in Room 325 unless otherwise noted):

  • Saturday 10:30 – 12:30 – this week Agency
  • Saturday 4:00 – 6:00 – Cleveland – Snow Road branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library – this week Contracts
  • Mondays 6:30 – 8:30 PM (this week topic up for grabs – what would you like?)
  • Wednesdays 2:00 – 4:00 (topic up for grabs – what would you like?) – generally led by Director Armstrong
  • Saturdays 10:30 – 12:30 – Room 325 (This week Agency) – generally led by Dean Reeves
  • Saturdays 4:00 – 6:00 – Cleveland – Snow Road branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library (This week Contracts) – led by Director Armstrong

Extended bar prep study groups are specifically intended for people studying for the July bar exam – but all are welcome. It is never too early to get started practicing essay writing for the bar exam (and refreshing your recollection of classes you’ve taken)!

Question? nlr22@uakron.edu

Law Clerk position with First Energy

Akron, OH – Law Clerk 1L, 2L – First Energy Corp.

AkronLawJobs No. 10218 Overview: FirstEnergy is looking for a Law Clerk who is eager to gain experience in a variety of subjects. Part-time opportunity during the school year and full-time during Summer.

Duties: Research law, statutes, regulations and other precedents and trends and prepare legal memoranda. Protect company information by keeping company and client information confidential. Assist with litigation matters and regulatory filings with occasional delivering and filing of legal documents. Assists with, organizes, and tracks case files and monitors new or updated regulations.

Qualifications: 1L or 2L. In good standing. Experience with Lexis. Familiarity with administrative law or a regulatory environment is preferred. Ability to work with a minimum of supervision. A part-time opportunity during the school year. Full-time during the Summer break. Evenings students are encouraged to apply.

Salary: $18.00 per hour.

Please Note: The person will be hired by a staffing company as a temporary individual and work on-site at FirstEnergy. You are paid through the staffing company. You are not an employee of FirstEnergy.

How to Apply: E-mail your resume to Dawn Zima at dzima@firstenergycorp.com

Deadline:  June 16, 2019

Akron, OH – Lawyer Referral and Information Service – Akron Bar Association

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

Law Clerk Position (Akron)

Akron, OH – Law Clerk– Young & Yeargin, LLC                               

IMMEDIATE NEED

AkronLawJobs No. 10211

Duties: General practice law firm in East Akron seeks law clerk to perform support work on litigation, estate planning/probate filings, and landlord/tenant work.

Qualifications: Rising 2L or 3L. Requires excellent research and writing skills. Candidate should be able to demonstrate superb attention to detail. 

Hours: Must be able to work 10-20 hours per week during summer, the position continues during the year.

How to Apply: E-mail to Kara Jenkins at roccoasst@youngyeargin.com your resume, cover letter, and short writing sample.

Deadline:  ASAP