Intern, Legal

Leviton • Law School Legal Intern • New York, New York, United States • 5h ago

Job Description

About Leviton

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

About the role

Department

Legal

Reports to

Corporate Counsel

Start Date

Summer 2026

Compensation

Paid

Position Overview: Join a dynamic Legal Department and get the chance to gain experience in a wide range of areas of the law, including litigation, labor/employment, contracts, compliance, regulatory, corporate, intellectual property and transactional.

Responsibilities

Provide support in Leviton’s claims and lawsuits, including: legal research, reviewing pleadings and motions, assisting in responding to written discovery requests, reviewing and summarizing deposition transcripts, summarizing discovery responses of other parties, and updating our Case Management System with relevant information
Review and assist in preparation of corporate contracts
Assist in compliance efforts by researching relevant laws and regulations and reviewing corporate policies and contracts to ensure compliance
Attend a deposition with a Leviton attorney
Assist Sr. Associate General Counsel with preparing corporate representatives for deposition
Set up files in Claims Management System and calendar important deadlines
Draft memoranda, correspondence and other legal documents
Possible due diligence functions in connection with acquisitions
Research various intellectual property issues
Assist in file and document organization

Qualifications

Must be proficient in Westlaw or Lexis and Word, strong writing skills; journal experience strongly preferred. Writing sample required

Education & Experience

Must be currently enrolled in a Juris Doctorate program and have completed one year of law school; top half of law school class strongly preferred

What We Offer

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.

The future looks brighter than ever. Join our team now!