McGuireWoods LLP · 1 day ago
2027 Richmond 2L Summer Associate
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad
$4,325/wk - $4,325/wkMcGuireWoods LLP is an international law firm with 21 offices, offering a summer associate program for 2L students. As a summer associate, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging legal projects, attend client meetings, and collaborate with experienced lawyers across the firm.
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Responsibilities
Each Summer Associate Is Assigned a Supervisor And Mentor Who Introduces Them To Lawyers In Their Office And Across The Firm
Summer Associates Choose The Projects They Want To Work On Based On Their Practice Area Interests And They Have Opportunities To Collaborate With McGuireWoods Lawyers Across The Country
Summer Associates Attend Client Meetings, Depositions, Corporate Closings, Trials And Appellate Arguments
They Also Prepare Research Memoranda And Draft Pleadings, Briefs And Corporate Transaction Documents
In Addition, Summer Associates Are Involved In special training opportunities; social events and networking; a firmwide summer associate retreat; and our Pro Bono Mentor Program offering an opportunity to work on a pro bono matter for a client
Qualification
Required
Candidates must be enrolled in and in good standing at an ABA accredited law school with an anticipated graduation date of 2028 at the time of application
McGuireWoods seeks candidates with outstanding academic credentials, leadership and interpersonal skills and work experience
The firm looks for candidates who demonstrate the firm's core values: excellence, integrity, client service, diversity and inclusion, community and collegiality
All candidates must submit their 2025 fall semester law transcript once it becomes available to complete their application
Completing the Suited Assessment is a mandatory part of our recruiting process
Benefits
Special training opportunities
Social events and networking
A firmwide summer associate retreat
Our Pro Bono Mentor Program offering an opportunity to work on a pro bono matter for a client
Company
McGuireWoods LLP
McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has earned the loyalty of its many longstanding clients with deep and broad legal experience; a passion for understanding their businesses and markets; innovative delivery of practical, business-minded solutions; and unmatched service.
Founded in 1834
1001-5000 employees
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