Job Title: 2L Summer Associate
Job Responsibilities:
The 2L Summer Associate Program at the law firm is designed for talented and motivated individuals who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in the legal profession. The program evaluates candidates based on their academic achievements, motivation, initiative, ability to assume responsibility, and enthusiasm for private law practice. Summer associates are expected to uphold the highest standards of the profession and public service, aligning with the law firm's longstanding tradition.
Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for the 2L Summer Associate Program should be current law students with a record of academic distinction in both law school and undergraduate education. The law firm seeks individuals who possess strong motivation, initiative, and the ability to take on responsibility. Additionally, applicants should have enthusiasm for private law practice and be committed to maintaining the highest standards of the legal profession.
Applicants are encouraged to submit a resume, current law school transcript, legal writing sample, and a list of references. It is important for candidates to provide a complete transcript, including second-semester grades, once available. The law firm conducts interviews with law students through various law school-sponsored interview programs and job fairs.
Salary Information:
The starting salary for first-year associates in the . offices of the law firm is $225,000.
Additional Information:
- The law firm conducts routine background checks on prospective partners, lawyers, and employees, which may include checks relating to social media presence, criminal records, education, and employment history. These checks are conducted in accordance with applicable local laws.
- The law firm seeks outstanding candidates from across the United States, including third-year students, graduates, judicial clerks, and lateral candidates.
- References play a crucial role in the hiring process, providing a more comprehensive understanding of a candidate's qualifications. Candidates are asked to provide two to three references who can speak to their analytical and writing abilities, judgment, maturity, and collegiality.
- Appropriate references may include lawyers or judges familiar with the candidate's legal work, as well as individuals who can discuss the candidate's performance in law school or other non-legal settings.
- The law firm is a member of the National Association for Law Placement (NALP) and completes a NALP form for each of its . offices, summarizing information about the office, attorneys, practices, and the summer associate program.
