Associate – Civil and Criminal Litigation | Baltimore, MD

Brown Goldstein & Levy LLP, a 24-lawyer litigation firm, seeks to hire an associate to work in its Baltimore office. We are trial lawyers who handle cases of every stripe, civil or criminal. A significant portion of the firm’s practice is devoted to representing plaintiffs in civil rights cases, in areas such as disability rights, housing discrimination, and police misconduct. We take on large, complex personal injury matters and commercial disputes involving large and small businesses alike. The firm also maintains a widely-respected criminal defense practice. See recent updates on the firm’s cases at: https://www.browngold.com/news

The ideal candidate is a person who has practiced law for one to five years, with judicial clerkship and/or meaningful litigation experience, an excellent work ethic, and a commitment to public interest work. Successful candidates must also have strong analytical, writing, research, and interpersonal skills.

Brown, Goldstein & Levy is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Range and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $103,000–$126,000.

We are an equal opportunity employer that offers competitive compensation packages and a full range of company benefits including, but not limited to:

• Employer-paid medical insurance
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability benefits
• Paid time off
• 401(k) profit sharing plan
• Hybrid work schedule

How To Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample of no more than ten pages, and a list of references to careers@browngold.com; write “Associate Application” in subject line.

2027 Summer Associate – Civil and Criminal Litigation (Summer 2027) | Baltimore, MD

Brown, Goldstein & Levy (“BGL”), a Baltimore-based litigation boutique with a national presence, seeks applications from current 2Ls for a full-time, paid Summer Associate position.

Our 24-lawyer firm represents individuals, businesses, and organizations in matters ranging from individual disputes to impact litigation that advances systemic change. Grounded in a deep commitment to community and social responsibility, we bring the same dedication to exceptional advocacy to every matter we handle.

A significant portion of our practice is devoted to representing plaintiffs in civil rights cases, in areas such as disability rights, housing discrimination, and police misconduct. We also maintain nationally-recognized practices in criminal defense, commercial litigation, and personal injury.

To learn more about our work, visit https://browngold.com/news/.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is a person with:

• A strong academic record;
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills;
• An outstanding work ethic; and
• A demonstrated commitment to public interest

The Summer Associate Experience

Summer associates are valued members of our litigation teams and can expect to acquire substantive experience on a wide range of matters.

Responsibilities may include:

• Conducting legal research;
• Drafting briefs, memoranda, and other litigation filings;
• Interviewing clients and maintaining client communications;
• Participating in strategy discussions and case development;
• Assisting with discovery and trial preparation;
• Working with co-counsel on complex and impact litigation; and
• Attending hearings, depositions, mediations, or other proceedings as opportunities arise.

In addition to substantive legal work, summer associates participate in networking and social events designed to introduce them to the firm’s attorneys and culture, as well as the broader legal community.

The summer program typically lasts 8–10 weeks. Summer associates are expected to work from our Baltimore office at least three days per week.

Our Commitment

BGL is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace environment.

BGL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary

$30.00 per hour.

How To Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample (no more than ten pages), an unofficial law school transcript, and a list of at least three references to careers@browngold.com. Please write in the subject line – “2027 Summer Associate Application.”

We will accept applications until the positions are filled; prompt submission of application materials is recommended.