3974 - NP Legal Scolars Program - Complex Disputes

At Nixon Peabody, our priority is to attract, retain, and promote talented individuals from a wide range of racial, ethnic, social, economic, religious, and personal backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations. Therefore, we encourage talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

In accordance with applicable Federal and State laws, the anticipated salary for this position in Chicago is $45 per hour. This salary is Nixon Peabody’s good faith estimate at the time of this posting.

We are seeking a second-year law student to join us as a legal intern during spring 2024 which may be extended into summer 2024. Third-year law students also will be considered. This is a paid part-time internship working with our Complex Disputes Practice Group in our Chicago office. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated interest and/or experience in litigation. Our interns provide legal research, writing, and other substantive support, including reviewing and synthesizing primary case materials, for our attorneys on projects that are both challenging and exciting. Interns will be paired with a partner mentor and receive real-time feedback. We also offer various training programs – both practice and office specific - throughout the duration of the program.

Qualified candidates will have strong academic credentials (3.3 GPA or higher), superb judgment and communication skills, excellent legal writing skills, and a commitment to providing excellent client services. While there is no guarantee of post-graduation employment, this is an excellent opportunity to gain substantive experience at an international law firm.

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter detailing why they are interested in this specific opportunity with Nixon Peabody. Veterans, individuals with disabilities, first generation law students, LGBTQ+, and racial/ethnically diverse individuals are encouraged to apply. Please create an application and submit your resume along with your cover letter and law school transcripts.

Principals Only.

Nixon Peabody LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
Disability / Female / Gender Identity / Minority / Sexual Orientation / Veteran.

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