Job Title: 2L Summer Associate - 2026
Job Responsibilities:
- Work on challenging projects in a variety of legal practice areas under the supervision of the law firm’s attorneys.
- Conduct legal research.
- Support attorneys in preparing for client meetings and court proceedings.
- Draft legal memos, documents, and briefs.
- Attend spectator events such as client meetings and court proceedings with law firm attorneys.
- Attend firm-wide events, practice group meetings, and training programs.
- Participate in mentor/mentee team meetings.
- Attend social events designed to help associates get to know the law firm and its members.
- Contribute to pro bono projects and community service initiatives.
Education and Experience Information:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited law school, having completed one year of study.
- Strong academic record, with the top 20% of law school class strongly preferred.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to handle confidential and privileged information with discretion.
Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the 2L Summer Associate position.
Additional Information about the Law Firm:
The law firm is a full-service corporate law firm with over 230 attorneys practicing in nine offices throughout Michigan. The firm is recognized as one of the Top 10 Best Law Firms to Work For by Vault in 2024. The law firm emphasizes a culture of teamwork, diversity, balanced personal and professional lifestyles, and community engagement.
The law firm’s cultural motto is "Fun, Pride + that Order," encouraging a collaborative work environment. The firm’s lockstep compensation model promotes teamwork by setting partner and associate salaries based on seniority rather than total hours worked. This approach ensures client legal projects are handled by the most knowledgeable person within the firm, fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
The law firm is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, engaging members at all levels to lead and participate in DEI initiatives. This commitment results in a high-performing team providing excellent client service. The firm also prioritizes community engagement through financial contributions, scholarships, and paid time off for community initiatives.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The law firm is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workplaces. It aims to build a firm that reflects the diversity of the clients and communities it serves by moving beyond barriers and rejecting stereotypes based on gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and veteran status.
