First-Year Associate, Corporate (JD 2027)

Goodwin • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Goodwin’s Corporate practice is seeking highly motivated third-year law students (JD 2027) to join its 2027 entry-level associate class. This is an opportunity to begin a legal career at a market-leading global law firm that advises innovative companies, investors, and entrepreneurs.

Corporate associates work on sophisticated transactions and matters, including emerging growth companies, venture capital financings, private equity transactions, strategic M&A, public company counseling, and capital markets. First-year associates receive meaningful responsibility, hands-on experience, and direct client exposure while working alongside lawyers recognized as leaders in their fields.

Goodwin supports associate development through formal training programs, mentorship, feedback, and on-the-job learning. Associates build legal, business, and industry knowledge in a dynamic and fast-paced practice. The firm’s culture emphasizes accountability, continuous learning, collaboration, innovation, client success, and long-term professional development.

Requirements

• Be a third-year law student graduating in 2027 (JD 2027).
• Have excellent academic credentials.
• Demonstrate strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate an interest in corporate and transactional law.
• Be able to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to outstanding client service.

Nice To Haves

• Prior corporate, transactional, or business-related experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work on corporate transactions and matters, including emerging growth companies, venture capital financings, private equity transactions, strategic M&A, public company counseling, and capital markets.
• Take on meaningful responsibility and gain hands-on legal experience.
• Work directly with clients and collaborate with lawyers and business professionals.
• Manage multiple priorities and contribute collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Develop legal, business, and industry knowledge through training, mentorship, feedback, and on-the-job learning.

What This Job Offers

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