Summer Associate

Job Description

About Company

Nixon Peabody is a law firm deeply committed to diversity and inclusion. They actively seek to attract talented individuals from a wide range of experiences and cultures, including diverse racial, ethnic, social, economic, religious, genders, and personal backgrounds. They encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Nixon Peabody LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, specifically supporting Disability and Veterans. To ensure compliance with Federal law, the firm participates in E-Verify, an electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

Job Description – Summer Associate

• Job Title: Summer Associate
• Department: Litigation Department
• Location: Washington, DC office
• Program Year: Seeking to hire a 2026 Summer Associate.
• Position Type: Hybrid position with an expectation of four days in the office.

Key Responsibilities and Opportunities:

Summer Associates at Nixon Peabody provide essential legal support, including:
• Legal Research
• Legal Writing
• Discovery Support
• Other substantive support for attorneys.

In the Washington, DC office, Summer Associates will gain exposure to a wide variety of assignments across the Litigation Department, encompassing practices such as:
• Complex Disputes
• Labor & Employment
• Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense
• Real Estate and Construction
• Privacy and Technology

Mentorship and Development:

The program emphasizes professional growth through:
• Receiving substantive feedback on assignments.
• Mentoring on assignments.
• Access to various training programs offered throughout the duration of the summer program.

Anticipated Salary:

• The anticipated salary for this position in Washington, DC is $4,134.00 per week. This figure represents Nixon Peabody’s good faith estimate at the time of the posting, in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws.

Candidate Qualifications:

Qualified candidates for this role will be:
• Rising second-year law students.
• Individuals with a demonstrated interest and/or experience in litigation.
• Possessing strong academic credentials (a minimum 3.0 GPA or higher).
• Demonstrating superb judgment and communication skills.
• Exhibiting excellent legal writing skills.
• Committed to teamwork and excellent client service.

Application Process:

Applications for the Summer Program are reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested applicants are required to create an application and submit the following documents:
• A cover letter detailing interest in this specific opportunity with Nixon Peabody and describing how they would contribute to the firm’s dynamic and inclusive culture.
• A resume.
• Law school transcripts.
• A writing sample.