2027 Washington, DC 1L Chris Morvillo Scholarship

Clifford Chance • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Chris Morvillo Scholar opportunity is part of a combined recruiting and hiring pathway that includes participation in the firm’s 2028 Summer Program. Scholars can collaborate with teams, take part in formal and informal training, and build relationships with the firm’s global network. After the 1L summer, scholars remain connected through office events, training programs, community initiatives, firm news, and continued networking. The role is based in Washington, DC. The salary for US-based summer law clerk roles is $225,000. Scholarship recipients may receive up to $50,000, paid in three installments: $10,000 upon joining as a 1L summer law clerk, $20,000 upon joining as a 2L summer law clerk, and $20,000 upon joining as a first-year associate.

Applicants must submit a resume, law school transcript (an unofficial copy is acceptable), and a personal statement of no more than 500 words. Applicants may update their application after first-semester grades are released. The personal statement should offer an authentic reflection on the applicant’s background, experiences, and hoped-for impact in their legal career, reflecting qualities such as curiosity, compassion, and commitment to others.

Requirements

• Be enrolled full-time in an ABA-accredited law school.
• Have an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2029.
• Submit a resume, law school transcript (unofficial copy acceptable), and personal statement of no more than 500 words.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, or German language skills are highly valued.
• Strong international interest.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams and participate in formal and informal training.
• Build relationships with colleagues across the firm’s global network.
• Participate in the 2028 Summer Program as part of the scholarship’s combined recruiting and hiring pathway.
• Remain connected to the firm after the 1L summer through office events, training programs, and community initiatives.

Benefits

• Scholarship payment of up to $50,000, paid in three installments: $10,000 upon joining as a 1L summer law clerk, $20,000 upon joining as a 2L summer law clerk, and $20,000 upon joining as a first-year associate.
• Salary of $225,000 for US-based summer law clerk roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed