Summer Associate in New York City, NY

Law Firm

New York City, NY

Summer Associate in New York City, NY

Summer Associate

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H1: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Summer Associate – Debt Finance Program
H2: Join Our Team as a 2L Summer Associate in New York
H2: Gain Hands-On Experience in Debt Finance at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
H2: Competitive Salary and Benefits for 2026 Summer Associate Position
H2: FAQs for Law Students Interested in **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.'s Summer Program

**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., a top law firm, is seeking 2L summer associates to join our Debt Finance practice in various locations. The program offers hands-on training and a realistic view of what it's like to practice law at Cooley. Here are some important details about the program:

- Job title: 2L Summer Associate
- Position: Debt Finance
- Location: Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Santa Monica, Washington, DC
- Open Date: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
- Pay Type: Annualized rate of $225,000
- Job Function: Legal
- Practice Areas: Debt Finance, Venture Debt, Debt Securities
- Opportunities for JD/MBA graduates and 1L students
- Midsummer and final evaluations, as well as real-time feedback from Cooley lawyers
- Mentors and summer associate assignment coordinators for support and guidance
- Training programs on various legal skills and practice areas
- Social events and team-building activities throughout the summer

Debt Finance at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a highly sought-after practice area, representing various financing sources and companies seeking debt financing. Some key aspects of this practice include:

- Representing debt and lease financing sources such as banks, investment banks, and asset-based lenders
- Experience in both traditional and alternative deal terms
- Knowledge of laws and factors influencing lending decisions
- Representation of banks and non-bank funds investing in emerging companies
- Structuring of various debt securities transactions

The expected salary for this position is $225,000, prorated for the number of weeks worked. While a finance background is helpful, it is not required to apply for this program. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

FAQs:

- Can I split my summer at Cooley with another firm?
- Can 1Ls apply for the summer program?
- Can I do pro bono work over the summer?
- What types of work assignments are given to summer associates?
- Are there training programs for summer associates?
- Does the firm provide mentors for summer associates?
- How are summer associates evaluated at Cooley?
- Does Cooley host social activities for summer associates?
- What is the current summer associate compensation?
- If I decide to clerk, does the firm offer a clerkship bonus and/or advanced class year standing?
- Does the firm offer a bonus and/or advanced class year standing for JD/MBA graduates?