Summer Associate in Cleveland, OH

Law Firm

Cleveland, OH

Summer Associate in Cleveland, OH

Summer Associate

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Job Title: Summer Associate - 2L

Job Responsibilities:
The Summer Associate position at the law firm involves participating in a 10-week summer program designed to provide law students with practical, hands-on experience in the legal field. The program includes:

- Pairing summer associates with experienced attorney mentors and writing coaches.
- Introducing students to a wide range of litigation and transactional legal work.
- Providing opportunities to attend court hearings and deal closings.
- Observing depositions, witness interviews, and client meetings.
- Performing research and due diligence.
- Drafting motions, deposition outlines, and contracts.
- Fostering strong relationships within the firm and the community.

Education and Experience Information:
- The position is open to 2L students (Class of 2027).
- Applicants should be enrolled in law school and should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript with grades, and a writing sample.

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

Additional Information:
- The summer program typically begins in May.
- The application deadline is June 2027, 2025.
- The program is structured to provide a balance between gaining real insight into the life of an associate and having time to meet and socialize with potential colleagues.
- The program's open structure allows for organic assignment acquisition and meaningful relationship-building with attorneys.
- The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Testimonials from former participants highlight the value of the program in understanding the expectations of a junior associate, experiencing work similar to that of a first-year associate, and building personal relationships within the firm.