Summer Associate in Clarence, NY

Law Firm

Clarence, NY

Summer Associate in Clarence, NY

Summer Associate

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Summer Associate - 2026

Job Responsibilities:
The Summer Associate Program at the law firm offers law students an immersive and practical legal experience. The responsibilities of participants in this program include:
- Undertaking challenging assignments that are comparable to those given to new associates.
- Attending depositions, mediations, and deal closings.
- Participating in client meetings, trials, and professional events.
- Gaining insight into the day-to-day realities of legal practice.

The program serves as an extended interview process, with the intention of inviting successful summer associates to return as full-time Associate Attorneys following law school graduation.

Education and Experience Information:
To qualify for the Summer Associate Program, candidates must meet the following educational and experience requirements:
- Current enrollment and good standing at an ABA-accredited law school.
- Preference is given to students who are in the top 25% of their class.

Ideal candidates are those who demonstrate:
- Outstanding academic credentials.
- A positive, solution-oriented attitude.
- A commitment to contributing to the firm's collegial culture.
- An appreciation for diverse ideas and experiences.

Application Materials:
Candidates are required to submit the following materials to apply for the program:
- A Cover Letter/Personal Statement addressing one or more of the following:
- Situations demonstrating resilience or tenacity.
- How the candidate will contribute to the firm culture and diversity initiatives.
- Significant academic, personal, or leadership achievements.
- Current Resume.
- Law School Transcript (official or unofficial) including complete grades from the 1L year.
- Writing sample.

Salary Information:
The compensation for the Summer Associate position is equivalent to $100,000 per year.

Additional Information:
- The program is available across multiple office locations.
- The law firm values collegiality, collaboration, and support for its employees, aiming to serve as business partners to their clients by providing answers that advance business outcomes.
- Candidates are encouraged to demonstrate resilience, tenacity, and a commitment to diversity and firm culture in their application materials.