Legal Summer Associate - Reston, VA

Purpose

Assist the General Counsel, Assistant General Counsel, and the Legal Department with research, drafting, document preparation, contract review, and other duties. 

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes.  Receive direction on all aspects of assignments, specific tasks and how to execute.  Work is thoroughly reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound techniques and principles.  

At the Operational and Company Level 

• Interact with multiple departments and individuals within the organization. 

Do the Work

• Assist in the preparation of legal documents with guidance.
• Conduct legal research and draft memorandums with recommendations and guidance.
• Assist with reviewing client contracts and revisions to Company terms and conditions.
• Review contracts and make edits and recommendations.
• Attend meetings, take notes, identify legal issues, and recommend solutions. 
• Plan, organize, and prioritize work as directed by supervisor.

Success Metrics and Competencies

Ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate…

• Willingness and eagerness to learn. 
• Self-starter with the tenacity to seek out resources to further knowledge and experience.   
• Strong work ethic with focus on quality results. 
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. 
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners. 
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude. 
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents. 
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work. 
• Aspirations to grow professionally.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 

Education, Work Experience, Licensure/Certifications, and Technical Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Currently enrolled in accredited law program pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, with at least one (1) year completed.  
• Basic knowledge of using Westlaw for legal research preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in regulatory research preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds. 
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds. 
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

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