1L Summer Associate

What matters to you in picking a law firm to start your career?

Compensation??If you are looking for above-market compensation, Jimerson Birr pays on par with big law without the big law bureaucracy or the modern-day indentured servitude. If you are looking to be a mid-level cog for 10-20 years at a corporate behemoth working for other soulless corporate behemoths to get a chance to make less than if you'd have made at a mid-law firm building your book of business from day one, we are not the right fit for you.

Experience??If you want to be outward-facing with clients, adversaries, and courts without waiting 5-10 years, we offer you that opportunity in the first year. If you prefer doing belt and suspender work or holding briefcases for most of the next decade, we would not be a great fit for you and would look forward to being on the other side of the closing table or courtroom when you finally get your chance to compete.

Security??When the economy tanks, is it big-law or mid-law that lays off newly minted lawyers? Despite what you may think, big law offers you far less security than small or mid-law. At our firm, we don't hire people who we think cannot make partner and earn $400k+ per year within five years. We give people a playbook to make their own job security.

Practice area/Industry exposure??If you want to try your hand in litigation, transactional, operational, or regulatory work representing businesses, we'll let you choose your path based on your talents and interests. We have needs in all areas, so we don't plan on pigeonholing any law students. We let you be the driver on your career journey.

Work-Life Balance and Firm Culture??Feel free to read about our JB FOR ME cultural pledges to our employees on our website. At Jimerson Birr, we’ve taken a different approach to workplace culture. Yes, we believe in competitive pay, good benefits, and a healthy work/life balance, but our program runs deeper than those markers. We want to set employees up for career success, on their own terms. As a firm, we always listen to our clients’ goals first and use those as our benchmarks. When it comes to professional development and workplace culture, we do the same for our employees. We’ve internally branded our approach JB FOR ME, which stands for the values that matter most to employees: personal and professional Fulfillment through Opportunities, Refreshment, Mindfulness, and Empowerment. If we do everything right, our employees are fulfilled.

We want to plant seeds of happiness, hope, success, and affinity—all things that will come back to the firm and its clients in abundance through the laws of nature. The desire to have a strong workplace culture stems not only from wanting the best for those around us but from a desire to also have the best people around us.

?If you want to compete in law at a high level, become a leader in your industry and practice area of choice, set yourself up for long-term financial security, and feel good vibes doing it, please apply.

To view our Summer Program through the eyes of our 2023 Summer Associates, click?here.

Desired Skills & Experience

At Jimerson Birr, we understand the importance of nurturing young talent, and our Summer Associate program is designed to provide you with hands-on experience, mentorship, and invaluable exposure to diverse practice areas. We offer a unique opportunity to develop a solid foundation in multiple legal disciplines while working on cutting-edge projects.?

Responsibilities:?

Conduct legal research and assist in drafting legal documents under the guidance of experienced attorneys. Observe and participate in client meetings, closings, depositions, hearings, and trials. Collaborate with our team to analyze complex legal issues and develop strategic solutions. Engage in case management, document review, due diligence, closings, and trials. Contribute to client service initiatives and gain exposure to client relationship management.

What sets us apart:

Exceptional mentorship:?Our team of seasoned attorneys will provide personalized guidance and mentorship throughout the program to help you reach your full potential.

Diverse practice areas:?You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of legal matters, expanding your knowledge and skill set.

Inclusion and collaboration:?We foster a culture that values diversity and teamwork, creating an inclusive environment where everyone's contributions are recognized and appreciated.

?Networking opportunities:?You will have the chance to connect with our extensive network of professionals, including clients, experts, and industry leaders.?

Competitive compensation:?On par with, or exceeding big law pay for top performers.

Qualifications:?Strong academic record and legal research and writing skills. Demonstrated interest in business law, litigation, and adding value to client businesses. Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.