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Legal Intern

Whitestone, NY · On-site

$21 - $26/hr

FlatironDragados' Intern Program provides challenging and rewarding work opportunities for law ... Perform legal research on topics assigned by supervising lawyers, including construction ...

Duties include drafting legal pleadings, reviewing correspondence, conducting legal research, and drafting legal memoranda. The Legal Intern must exercise tact, courtesy, and discretion in frequent ...

Legal Intern

New York, NY · On-site +1

$22.31 - $26.25/hr

Conduct legal and policy research and prepare memoranda as needed. What you'll do: Strengthen Legal ... Compile a summary of legal research insights for future intern onboarding or knowledge continuity.

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How much do legal researcher intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for legal researcher intern in the United States is $19.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Legal Researcher Intern do?

A Legal Researcher Intern assists attorneys and legal teams by conducting research on laws, case precedents, regulations, and legal literature. They help gather and organize relevant information for court cases, legal briefs, or internal memos. Their responsibilities may also include drafting research summaries, fact-checking documents, and supporting administrative tasks within a legal department. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates seeking practical experience in the legal field.

What are some common challenges Legal Researcher Interns face when starting out, and how can they overcome them?

Legal Researcher Interns often encounter challenges such as navigating unfamiliar legal databases, interpreting complex statutes or case law, and managing tight deadlines for research assignments. To overcome these, it's helpful to seek guidance from senior team members, actively participate in training sessions provided by the firm, and set up a systematic approach to organizing research findings. Building strong communication skills and asking clarifying questions when unsure can also help interns integrate smoothly into the team and produce accurate, valuable work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Legal Researcher Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Legal Researcher Intern, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of legal principles, typically supported by coursework in law or related fields. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools are commonly required. Exceptional written communication, critical thinking, and time management skills help interns stand out in this role. These abilities ensure accurate, efficient legal research and clear presentation of findings, supporting successful legal outcomes.
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Legal Intern

$26/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Overview

Work and train with the industry's finest professionals! FlatironDragados' Intern Program provides challenging and rewarding work opportunities for law students. This intern will work with FlatironDragados' legal team.This position is an in-person position in Whitestone, NY in the Summer. 

What you will be doing
  • Perform legal research on topics assigned by supervising lawyers, including construction, procurement, administrative, civil procedure, employment, labor and regulatory law.
  • Review policy documents and identify and analyze legal risks for supervising lawyers to review.
  • Assist supervising lawyers with contracts, claims, litigation, documentation and due diligence for various matters.
  • Assist with various projects within the legal team to ensure compliance with business practices including drafting presentations, internal memos, business plans and reports.
  • Perform additional assignments per management's direction
  • Maintains knowledge of Company's values and strategic plan.
What we are looking for

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

  • Legal interns/co-ops are required to be currently enrolled in Law or a similar program at an accredited college or university.
Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

  • Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
  • Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
  • Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
  • Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary MinUSD $21.00/Hr.Salary MaxUSD $26.00/Hr.Employment Type: OTHER