About The Position

Stinson LLP is hiring an exceptional first-year law student for a two-summer Summer Associate opportunity in St. Louis: Summer 2027 as a 1L and Summer 2028 as a 2L. Summer Associates experience daily life as associate attorneys by completing meaningful assignments and learning from mentors and seasoned attorneys. The firm also coordinates activities and social events to foster collegiality among participants and within the broader legal community. The salary is $3,846 per week. This is a temporary position, and Summer Associates are not eligible for benefits. Applications are considered on a rolling basis and must be submitted by January 15, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. Stinson avoids scheduling interviews during study days or final examination periods. Incomplete applications missing materials other than an unofficial law school transcript will not be considered. Stinson LLP is an equal employment opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds.

Requirements

  • Be a 1L student.
  • Have a strong academic record as an undergraduate, graduate student if applicable, and law school student.
  • Demonstrate effective legal writing skills.
  • Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Have outstanding interpersonal skills.
  • Show community involvement.
  • Have work experience.
  • Have an interest in areas of law that match the firm's practice areas.
  • Be committed to practicing law in the St. Louis office location.
  • Submit a current resume, cover letter specifying preferred office location(s), undergraduate and graduate transcripts if applicable, law school transcript, and legal writing sample. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; if the law school transcript is unavailable, provide the anticipated date for receipt of grades and email the transcript once available.

Responsibilities

  • Complete meaningful legal assignments.
  • Learn from mentors and experienced attorneys.
  • Participate in activities and social events designed to foster collegiality among peers and within the legal community.
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