The Pre-Law Fellow is a two-year position designed for recent college graduates who are considering and/or planning on attending law school. Fellows gain a well-rounded experience through assisting lawyers and others by performing tasks in support of specific matters and practice groups including substantive legal work as well as research, business development efforts, and support of the firm’s business professional services. Responsibilities may include assisting with preparation of and filing of documents with courts and agencies, monitoring of matter developments and dockets, assisting with document collections and productions, maintaining matter files, and other similar activities. Pre-Law Fellows take part in enrichment programs designed to provide broad exposures to the legal practice as well as prepare them for the law school application process.
When you apply, please indicate in your resume or cover letter which of our U.S. domestic offices you wish to be considered for: Washington, DC, Chicago, New York, Houston, Los Angeles, or San Francisco.
Success Factors
- Attention to detail: avoid common and frequent mistakes; complete complex projects and tasks without error
- Technical skills: proficiency in utilizing a computer applications and platforms that enhances efficiency and productivity.
- Excellent work ethic: ensures that all work is completed on a timely basis, maintains attendance and punctuality at a high level, available for work outside of normal business hours as needed
- Interpersonal skills: ability to interact professionally with partners and staff at all levels of the organization as well as clients.
- Professionalism: exercises skill, sound judgment, and demonstrates competence in all aspects of the role including conduct, appearance, and demeanor.
- Impeccable communication and organizational skills: excellence in both written and oral communications whether in person, on the phone, or email; able to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines; able to organize self and work environment for efficiency and ready access to critical information
Positions are advertised in the spring prior to the commencement of the program:
https://www.steptoe.com/en/careers/staff/professional-staff-current-opportunities.html