Frequently asked questions
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How do I apply for a summer law clerk position?
Our Houston, New York and Washington, DC offices recruit from a wide range of law schools. Applications will be accepted starting November 3, 2025, and reviewed on a rolling basis.
Which practice areas do the NY, DC, and Houston offices recruit for?
New York:
While the New York office does not recruit for specific practice areas, we take great care to understand our candidates’ primary interest, whether in our Transactional Pool or Litigation & Dispute Resolution (L&DR) practice. The Transactional Pool encompasses our Corporate, Capital Markets, Banking & Finance, and Real Estate departments. Full-time associates join the pool for a period of 18 months, which provides enough time to get to know the various practices and for our associates to "find their fit". At the end of this period, they select their permanent “transactional home”. While our L&DR practice is fast-growing, there are limited spots for those interested. L&DR clerks work on securities litigation, regulatory matters, and white-collar cases.
Washington, DC:
Our Washington, DC office recruits directly into the following practice areas: Projects (Energy & Infrastructure), Structured Finance, L&DR, Antitrust, and Tech Digital.
Houston:
Summer law clerks in our Houston office will have the opportunity to work closely with our global transactional teams, focusing on Energy Transition, Energy & Infrastructure, and Tech, with exposure to Corporate M&A, Capital Markets, Project Development, and Finance.
If I am invited for a callback interview, how long will my interview last?
Callback interviews are scheduled through SmartRecruiters and last approximately two hours. During this second round, you will meet with two partners and two associates for 30 minutes each. As part of your interview, you will meet with at least one member of the Firm's Hiring Committee.
What materials should I send in advance of my interview?
A copy of your resume, transcript, and personal statement (if applicable) will be circulated to your interviewers the day prior to your scheduled interview. If you have made any changes to your resume, please make sure that your most updated version is uploaded to SmartRecruiters.
Is there an opportunity to request to meet with specific attorneys?
Yes! During the scheduling process on SmartRecruiters, you will be able to request to meet with attorneys from a particular practice and we will make sure that these preferences are reflected in your final schedule.
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When should I expect to hear about final offer decisions?
Our Hiring Committee meets twice a week during the recruitment season so that we are able to make decisions quickly. You should expect to hear from us within one week of your callback interview.
Will I have the opportunity to come back to the firm or ask additional questions before I make my decision?
We recognize how important this decision is and are here to help in any way we can! Our attorneys are eager to answer your questions, so be candid. The Legal Recruiting team is also more than happy to connect you with additional attorneys and former summer law clerks as additional resources.