Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with approximately 500 lawyers representing clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory, and transactional matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity. The firm has offices in Washington, D.C., New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orange County, London, and Brussels.

The Los Angeles office of Crowell & Moring LLP seeks a highly qualified first-year law student to join our 2019 summer associate program as our 2019 Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) 1L Scholar. 

The Scholar will also participate in a number of networking and mentoring opportunities organized by the LCLD, a national organization of corporate chief legal officers and law firm managing partners dedicated to creating a truly diverse legal profession.

·         Excellent academic credentials; first semester grades must be in the top 25% of the class

·         Highly developed organization, writing and analytical skills

·         Demonstrated ties to the Los Angeles area and/or an interest in ultimately practicing law in Los Angeles

·         A demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity within the legal profession

·         Community service and leadership accomplishments

·         Previous relevant legal employment is a plus

All applications must include:  resume, cover letter, law school and undergraduate transcripts (unofficial is acceptable), and legal writing sample. 

Please note, if your law school transcript is not complete when you submit your application, please upload your transcript  as soon as it is available.  Applications will not be considered complete until the law school transcript is submitted. 

Application Deadline:  January 15, 2019

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