Summer Associate - Albany, NY

Cordell & Cordell • Albany, NY

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About The Position

Cordell & Cordell is seeking motivated second-year law students interested in a career in family law for its paid Summer Associate Program. The internship provides practical experience working alongside experienced attorneys and firm leaders, and is designed to mirror the experience of a first-year associate through meaningful legal work, direct mentorship, and professional development. The position is based in the assigned office for the duration of the program; for this posting, the location is Albany, New York. Long-term employment locations after graduation may differ from the summer office. Many program participants are offered part-time law clerk positions during their third year of law school and full-time positions after graduation. The position is not eligible for the firm’s full-time benefits package or additional rewards such as merit increases and bonuses. The stated hourly pay rate is $35.

Requirements

• Be a current second-year law student (2028 graduate) in good standing at an accredited law school.
• Demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in family law.
• Have a law school GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Be able to relocate to or reside in the assigned office location for the duration of the program.
• Be flexible about potential destinations upon law school graduation.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Submit a cover letter, resume, and most current law school transcript with the application.

Responsibilities

• Draft and analyze legal documents in active family law matters.
• Conduct legal research and assist in preparing trial materials.
• Attend court proceedings with experienced attorneys.
• Participate in client meetings and gain insight into case strategy.
• Work closely with a Litigation Partner to develop a foundational understanding of family law practice.
• Participate in firm-sponsored networking and social events.
• Perform other tasks as needed to help run the business.

Benefits

• The posting describes competitive compensation and exceptional health care benefits generally, but states this internship is not eligible for the full-time benefits package.
• Full-time employee benefits listed for context include medical plans (HDHP, PPO, HSA and FSA), dental, vision, life and AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability insurance, 401(k) savings with employer matching, paid time off, and a wellness program that may provide employer-paid health premiums.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed