Summer Associate- 1L
About The Position
Tucker Ellis is seeking 1L law students (Class of 2028) to join our 2026 Summer Associate Program in our Cleveland office. The summer program is approximately 10 weeks long and will begin on May 18, 2026. The Tucker Ellis Summer Associate Mentorship Program provides law students with a real-life, day-to-day sense of what it’s like to practice law at Tucker Ellis. The program pairs summer associates with experienced attorney mentors and writing coaches and introduces students to a wide range of litigation and transactional legal work. Our program is intentionally designed to reflect Tucker Ellis’s culture of collaboration, mentorship, and strong relationships, both within the firm and in the communities we serve.
Requirements
- 1L law students (Class of 2028)
- Submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript (with grades), and a writing sample
Nice To Haves
- In the top 25% of their class or with a GPA of 3.4 and above
Responsibilities
- Attending court hearings and deal closings
- Observing depositions, witness interviews, and client meetings
- Performing legal research and due diligence
- Drafting motions, deposition outlines, and contracts
Benefits
- $2,859 per week
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
