4613 - 2026 Summer Associate

At Nixon Peabody, we are committed to attracting talented individuals from a wide range of experiences and cultures, including individuals from a wide range of racial, ethnic, social, economic, religious, genders, and personal backgrounds. Therefore, we encourage talented individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

In accordance with applicable Federal and State laws, the anticipated salary for this position in New York City is $4,134.00 per week. This salary is Nixon Peabody's good faith estimate at the time of this posting.

Applications for the Summer Program will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We are seeking to hire a 2026 summer associate to join our Affordable Finance & Real Estate Group in our New York City office. Qualified candidates will be second-year law students who have a demonstrated interest and/or experience in real estate. Qualified candidates will have strong academic credentials (3.0 GPA or higher), superb judgment and communication skills, excellent legal writing skills, and a commitment to teamwork and excellent client service. This is a hybrid position with four days in office expectations.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter detailing why they are interested in this specific opportunity with Nixon Peabody and describing how they would contribute to our dynamic and inclusive culture. Please create an application and submit your resume along with your cover letter, law school transcripts, and a writing sample.

Principals Only

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