2028 Summer Associate Program - Corporate - Dallas

Seyfarth Shaw LLP•Dallas, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Seyfarth is hiring a 2028 Summer Associate for its Corporate department in the Dallas office. The program is designed for a 2L who expects to earn a JD in May 2029. Summer Associates work alongside attorneys on active client matters and receive a department-specific curriculum that connects academic learning with practical legal experience. They are assigned to one department for the summer and receive individualized feedback and coaching from partner and associate mentors, while also having opportunities to engage with attorneys across the firm. The program includes substantive legal seminars and training in ethics, client service, marketing, legal writing, communication, and finance. Compensation is based on an annualized salary of $225,000. The position is based in Dallas, Texas, and is tagged as hybrid.

Requirements

Complete one year of law school by spring 2027 and expect to receive a JD in May 2029.
Demonstrate academic achievement.
Show an appreciation for collaboration and teamwork.
Demonstrate a clear interest in Corporate through coursework, certificate programs, or prior work experience.
Submit a resume, cover letter, undergraduate transcript, law school transcript when available, and a writing sample.

Responsibilities

Work on actual client cases and projects.
Attend client meetings.
Shadow attorneys on a variety of deals and cases for hands-on learning.
Participate in specialized training and practical learning opportunities, including seminars and training in ethics, client service, marketing, legal writing, communication, and finance.
Attend practical legal proceedings and events such as depositions, court appearances, and closings.