Clifford Chance · 2 months ago
2026 Houston 1L Summer Law Clerk and Chris Morvillo Scholarship
845 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$225K/yr - $225K/yrClifford Chance is a global law firm that emphasizes collaboration and inclusion. The summer law clerk role offers candidates the opportunity to work with global transactional teams, focusing on Energy & Infrastructure and various legal practices while participating in training and community activities.
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Responsibilities
Candidates seeking a position in our Houston, TX summer program will have the opportunity to work closely with our global transactional teams, focusing on Energy & Infrastructure, with exposure to Corporate M&A, Capital Markets, Project Development, Tax, Finance, Environmental, and Tech practices
Membership in a Law Review and/or International Law Journal, as well as participation in Transactional Skills Competitions, is preferred
As a Scholar, you will have the opportunity to embrace team collaboration, receive formal and informal training, and build relationships with our global network
Following your summer, you'll stay connected and engaged
We’ll invite you to join us at firmwide activities like office events, training programs and community activities
You’ll receive firm news and updates and continue to build relationships with the team
Qualification
Required
Applicants must be enrolled full-time in an ABA-accredited law school, with an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2028
Complete applications must include a resume and law school transcript (an unofficial copy is acceptable)
Applicants are invited to update their application once their transcript has been released with their first semester grades
Preferred
Membership in a Law Review and/or International Law Journal
Participation in Transactional Skills Competitions
Spanish and Portuguese language skills are highly valued
A strong international interest
Company
Clifford Chance
Clifford Chance is a multinational law firm that provides legal advisory services.
Founded in 1987
5001-10000 employees
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