Legal Staff Other in New York City, NY

Law Firm

New York City, NY

Legal Staff Other in New York City, NY

Legal Staff

No

Job Title: Legal Extern

Job Responsibilities:
- Review and revise contracts to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Conduct legal research and draft legal documents as required.
- Research and write articles on various legal topics to contribute to the firm's knowledge base.
- Participate in client meetings to gain practical insights into client interactions and case management.
- Observe client negotiations to understand the dynamics of legal negotiations.
- Strategize with attorneys on both transactional matters and litigation cases to develop legal strategies.
- Gain exposure to the business of law and legal marketing to understand the commercial aspects of legal practice.

Education and Experience Information:
- Candidates must be 2L or rising 2L law students.
- Must be eligible to receive academic credit from their law school for the externship placement.
- Strong academic record with a minimum GPA of .
- Proficiency in research and writing skills.
- Contract drafting skills are required.
- Strong attention to detail is essential for the role.

Salary Information:
- The position is an unpaid externship with a salary range of $0 - $0 per year.

Additional Application Information:
- Applicants must submit PDF versions of their resume and cover letter.
- Unofficial transcripts and a writing sample may be requested separately.
- The cover letter must include the answer to a specific question: "Who is the only person to have achieved double 'EGOT' status?"
- Applications will only be considered if all instructions are followed precisely.