Summer Associate — Family Law

Job overview

The Summer Associate role is onsite in Virginia Beach, VA, as part of a paid internship program. Compensation is $35 per hour. Cordell & Cordell is a domestic litigation firm focused on family law and helping families navigate pivotal times. The program gives second-year law students practical family-law experience modeled on a first-year associate role, with legal work, mentorship, and professional development. The associate supports active matters and learns case strategy alongside attorneys and firm leaders.

What you'll do

• Draft and analyze legal documents in active family-law matters
• conduct legal research and assist with trial materials
• attend court proceedings with experienced attorneys
• participate in client meetings
• work with a Litigation Partner
• and take part in firm-sponsored networking and social events.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

summer associate

family law

legal research

legal documents

paid internship

virginia beach va

cordell & cordell

$35/hr

second-year law student

mentorship

part-time internship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting describes competitive compensation and healthcare benefits generally, but states this role is not eligible for the full-time benefits package.

Why this role

Paid internship for current second-year law students; direct mentorship and professional development; potential pathway to part-time law clerk work and full-time roles after graduation.

About the employer

Cordell & Cordell is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.