Cordell & Cordell has the benefits you'd expect from a large national firm. We offer competitive compensation, exceptional health care benefits, and prioritize work-life balance to ensure the well-being and productivity of our employees. Our focus on family law allows us to make a meaningful impact by helping families navigate challenging and pivotal times in their lives.
Summer Associate
Cordell & Cordell's summer associate program is designed to give you the experience of practicing family law and domestic litigation. You will work with experienced attorneys and firm partners as they work to get the best outcomes for our clients.
Company Overview
Cordell & Cordell is a national domestic litigation firm specializing in family law. Founded in 1990, we have since grown to over 100 offices across the United States. Cordell & Cordell offers big law firm resources and structure without sacrificing work life balance.
Job Highlight
The Summer Associate will give you the experience of a first-year associate. You will gain exposure to a wide breath of family law matters. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to develop professional relationships through our networking and social events.
Job Description:

• Drafting and analyzing legal documents.
• Communicating with clients.
• Attending court with experienced family law attorneys.
• Assisting in trial preparation.
• Conducting legal research.
• Working closely with assigned Litigation or Practice Manager to ensure continued quality and growth.
• Meet weekly with a Litigation Partner to develop a base knowledge on how to work on a family law case.

Qualification Requirements:

• Current 2L student at an accredited law school.
• Demonstrated interested in practicing family law upon graduating.
• The ability to relocate is strongly preferred.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Additional Info requested:

• Cover Letter
• Transcript
• Resume

Summer 2025 Office Locations:

• Philadelphia, PA
• St. Louis, MO
• Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX

Cordell & Cordell provides exceptional benefits and a great working environment including:
Participate in our Wellness Program and potentially earn Employer Paid health premiums!
We also offer:
Dental & Vision
Life, LTD & STD
401k
Flexible spending plans and more!
*Part time employees may not be eligible for all benefits.