Description:
Williams Mullen is pleased to solicit applications from the class of 2029 for a 1L/2L Summer Associate opening in our Richmond, Virginia office. This dual 1L and 2L opportunity is designed to provide two consecutive summers of experience with the firm. The firm will award one 1L law student a paid 9-week position in Williams Mullen's 2027 and 2028 Summer Associate Programs. The Summer 2027 position will begin May 17, 2027.Note: Applicants not selected for the Dual 1L/2L role in Richmond, Virginia will automatically be considered for the 2028 2L opportunities. There is no need to separately apply for Richmond's 2028 2L Summer Associate position.
In Richmond, Virginia our 2027 1L Summer Associate will have the opportunity to rotate through multiple practice areas (litigation, corporate, and finance and real estate). For those with a specific practice area interest, we will work with you to ensure you have an experience that aligns with your interest and appropriately exposes you to Williams Mullen.
Eligibility & Selection Criteria
This Is a Merit-Based Fellowship. We Seek Qualities that Align with Being a Successful 1 L and 2 L Student as Well as Future Associate. Applications Will Be Reviewed for Future Indicators of Success and Commitment to The Legal Profession. for Consideration, Applicants Must Meet the Following Criteria:
- First-Year Law Student (class of 2029), in Good Standing at An Aba-Accredited Law School in The U.S.
- Ability to Bring a Unique Perspective to The Firm as Demonstrated Through Your Achievements or Experiences in Your School or Community
- Demonstrated Leadership Qualities, Work Experience, And/or Community Involvement
- Authorized to Work in The U.S.*
- Excellent Undergraduate and Law School Academic Performance
- Able to Join the 2027 and 2028 Williams Mullen Summer Programs in Our Richmond, Va Office
- Strong Interest in Joining the Firm as An Associate After Law School Graduation
Application Process
Applications Will Be Accepted from Sunday, November 1, 2026 until 5 Pm Sunday, January 10, 2027. Initial Interviews Will Be Held on A Rolling Basis. for Consideration, Candidates Must Apply Online with The Following:
- Cover Letter Addressed to Lindsey Hastings (maximum of 1 Page) Describing Your Academic, Professional And/or Life Experiences That
- Exemplifies Your Desire and Commitment to Work at Williams Mullen as Well as In the City Where the Williams Mullen Office Is Located, Or
- Describes how Your Background and Values Align with And Would Enhance the Culture and Core Values of Williams Mullen
- Resume (with Undergrad Gpa Listed); and
- First Semester Law School Transcript (as Available).**
Please Note that Williams Mullen Is Not Currently Considering Applicants Who Require Immigration Sponsorship, Including F-1 Students on Optional Practical Training, Individuals on An H-1 B Visa, Etc. Williams Mullen Will only Consider Applicants Who (i) Currently Have Work Authorization, and (ii) Do Not Require Immigration Sponsorship Either Now or In the Future.
We Encourage You to Apply Prior to Your Fall Semester 1 L Grades Being Released. Provide All the Grades You Have to Date by The Application Deadline. Then, Update Your Application in Flo Recruit with Your Complete Transcript or By Emailing It to Talentmgt@williamsmullen.Com up To 5 Pm Est on January 10, 2027.
