Summer Associate in Miami, FL

Law Firm

Miami, FL

Summer Associate in Miami, FL

Summer Associate

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Job Title: Summer Associate (2L)

Job Responsibilities:
The Summer Associate Program at the law firm offers a comprehensive experience designed to give participants meaningful exposure to the life of an associate at the firm. Summer Associates will engage in the following responsibilities:

- Participate in a flexible work assignment process with regular check-ins to align with practice preferences.
- Work on interesting and challenging projects that mirror the real client work conducted at the firm.
- Engage with industry leaders and gain hands-on experience in various legal practices.
- Participate in substantive skills development training programs, including shadowing and observational opportunities.
- Collaborate with designated partner and associate mentors, work assignment coordinators, and program chairs for support throughout the summer.
- Attend networking opportunities and social events to build relationships with colleagues across all offices.
- Receive constructive feedback on work through both formal and informal evaluations.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates must be second-year law students expected to receive their . in 2027. The firm seeks individuals who demonstrate:

- Exceptional academic achievement and leadership abilities, including active involvement in law school or community organizations.
- A demonstrated interest in the firm's practice areas and industry sectors, evidenced by relevant coursework, skills, and work experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to career development.
- A commitment to public service in the communities where the firm operates.
- A self-starting attitude with a desire to take on responsibility early in their careers.
- Meaningful connections to the geographic markets served by the firm and a genuine interest in joining the firm as an associate after law school graduation.

Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Summer Associate position.

Additional Information:
Office Locations: The firm will host 2L Summer Associates in its offices located in Hartford and Stamford, Connecticut; Miami, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; and Parsippany, New Jersey.

About the Law Firm:
The law firm is a leading AmLaw 200 firm with a strong presence on the East Coast and a national and international reach. With approximately 330 attorneys across 13 offices in various states, the firm is well-positioned to serve a diverse range of clients, from individuals to Fortune 500 companies. The firm prides itself on a culture of mentorship, growth, meaningful work, and enduring relationships, with an average partner tenure of 15 years.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should sign up for on-campus interviews through their law school's career placement office. If the firm does not recruit on-campus at a candidate's law school, applications can be submitted through the firm's Summer Associate Program page via their online application portal. The application package must include a cover letter, resume, an unofficial copy of the law school transcript, and a two-to-three-page writing sample authored solely by the applicant.

The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.