Key Takeaways
- Undertake a two-summer program: 1L Summer Law Clerk in London (2027) and 2L Summer Law Clerk in a US office (2028).
- Gain exposure to capital markets transactions and work with lawyers across US and European offices.
- Must be enrolled full-time in a J.D. program at an ABA-accredited law school, graduating Spring 2029.
About the Role
This is a unique two-summer program. It includes a 1L Summer Law Clerk position with the Capital Markets group in our London office in summer 2027, followed by a 2L Summer Law Clerk position in one of our U.S. offices (Houston, New York, or Washington, D.C.) in summer 2028. You will commit to participating in both summer experiences as part of a single pathway.
The London Capital Markets practice advises on a broad range of transactions, including high yield note issuances, acquisition financings, investment grade debt offerings, IPOs, and other complex capital markets matters. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with lawyers across our US and European offices and gain exposure to the firm's global platform.
During your time in London, you will also have the opportunity to meet our US based 2L Summer Law Clerks when they visit our headquarters for a week of structured programming, training, and networking events.
Following your 1L summer, you will remain engaged with the firm through programming and touchpoints designed to prepare you for your 2L summer in the US. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will return to Clifford Chance as a 2L Summer Law Clerk in summer 2028 in Houston, New York, or Washington, D.C.
Acceptance of this position includes a commitment to both the 2027 London Summer Law Clerk program and the 2028 US Summer Law Clerk program. The interview process will include attorneys from our London and US offices.
If you have any questions, please reach out to AmericasEntryLevelRecruiting@CliffordChance.com .
Qualifications
Experience
- Applicants must be enrolled full-time in a J.D. program at an ABA-accredited law school, with an anticipated graduation in Spring 2029.
- Complete applications must include a resume, law school transcript (an unofficial copy is acceptable) and personal statement outlining why you are interested in joining our London team this summer (max 500 words).
- Only complete applications will be considered.