Our client is seeking a current third-year law student for a fall 2027 entry-level position in its Corporate group in Short Hills, New Jersey. This opportunity offers a foundation for developing legal skills, strengthening business judgment, and learning to understand client needs through meaningful work in a collaborative practice.
The Work
- Prepare accurate, timely work product for Corporate group assignments, maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
- Conduct legal research and apply analytical and problem-solving skills to questions arising in assigned work.
- Communicate professionally with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties, including through written correspondence and other responses.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues while also managing individual assignments and competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
- Develop insight into client needs while building legal skills through the work of the Corporate group; specific transaction types and industry concentrations are not detailed in the available position information.
What You Bring
- Current third-year law student with an anticipated spring 2027 graduation date.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Clear oral and written communication, including persuasive communication and effective legal writing.
- Attention to detail, strong organization, and the ability to produce timely, high-quality work.
- Sound business judgment and conceptual thinking.
- Ability to work effectively both collaboratively and independently, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines.
Why Consider It
The opportunity combines meaningful work in a Corporate group with an emphasis on building legal skills, understanding client needs, and developing through collaboration and support.
The position is described as hybrid, with regular in-office presence and some flexibility to work from home.
Compensation & Benefits
The posting states an expected annual salary of $225,000 and lists medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k) among the benefits.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.