What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Law Clerk position at DLA Piper?
DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by law. Job applicant poster viewing center.
Come grow with us. DLA Piper is a place where each of us has the freedom to evolve and shape our careers. As you progress, you’ll deliver exceptional, innovative solutions – and create outstanding, sustainable results for our industry-shaping clients. You will have the opportunity to be surrounded by peers who possess complimentary expertise that allow for collaboration in finding solutions, and the chance to direct your own growth and pursue a wide range of practice opportunities for clients with diverse needs. Your brightest ideas will enhance how one of the world’s leading law firms combines practice-area expertise, modern industry insights and an expansive geographic footprint to help our clients shape their businesses and industries.
The Chicago office of DLA Piper is seeking a current first year law student who expects to complete the equivalent of two semesters of law school prior to the start of Summer 2022. The law clerk will work in the finance practice group as a law clerk for six weeks during the summer. Generally, we consider the top 1/3 of law school classes. Other considerations include undergraduate record, prior work experience, and demonstrated motivation and ability.
Please apply online and include a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and writing sample. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or if you have any questions about the process, please contact Kim Torvik.
Direct applicants only. No third party submissions.
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Job Requirements:
- Current first year law students who expect to complete the equivalent of two semesters of law school prior to the start of the 2022 Summer Program.
- No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
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