Spring 2024 Seasonal Associate

Meyer Capel, one of the most diversified firms in Champaign and downstate Illinois, is seeking 3L (Class of 2024) or 2L (Class of 2025) seasonal associates for part-time work at its Champaign office (306 W.
Church St.
, Champaign, IL 61820) during the university’s spring 2024 semester.
Hours during the academic school year are approximately 12-15 hours per week (negotiable), worked in 4 hour (or more) blocks of time.
There may be a possibility of offering continued employment after the spring 2024 semester concludes, though availability to continue working after spring 2024 is not a requirement for this position.
Seasonal associates assist the firm's attorneys in handling research projects, drafting pleadings, contracts, and various other documents.
Seasonal associates will be exposed to a wide range of practice areas (e.
g.
, litigation, transactional, estate/trust, real estate, business/corporate, etc.
).
As time permits, seasonal associates are also encouraged to sit in on client meetings, depositions, court hearings, real estate closings, estate plan signings, etc.
, in an effort to gain experience related to the practice of law and the business of private legal practice.
This position is a terrific opportunity for students interested in private practice at a mid-sized firm that values its clients, staff, and culture.
Compensation: $19.
00 - $20.
00 per hour ($19 p/hr for 2L; $20 p/hr for 3L) Position Type: Regular Employment Is this position part time? Yes Desired Class Level(s) 2L, 3L Location: 306 W.
Church St.
, Champaign, Illinois, United States How to Apply: Submit cover letter, resume, transcript (unofficial will suffice), and writing sample by e-mail to: fheyman@meyercapel.
com Address cover letter to: Forrest Heyman Meyer Capel, a Professional Corporation 306 W.
Church St.
Champaign, IL 61820