Job o’ the Day: Summer Associates with Loevy & Loevy Civil Rights Law Firm in Chicago!

Loevy & Loevy is a nationally recognized litigation boutique practicing in the public interest. The firm prides itself for employing leaders in civil rights cases, whistleblower and False Claims Act lawsuits, and—in connection with their Exoneration Project at the University of Chicago Law School—post-conviction criminal proceedings. They have won dozens of jury trials and secured more than $250 million in settlements and verdicts for their clients. Loevy & Loevy lawyers include some of the best trial lawyers in the nation, and they are passionate about obtaining justice.

Loevy & Loevy is currently accepting applications for paid summer associates. From the PSJD listing:

It is our pleasure to invite you to apply for a summer position at Loevy & Loevy, a nationally recognized civil rights litigation boutique practicing in the public interest. Our firm is committed to fighting for justice and redressing wrongs, particularly in the areas of police misconduct and police brutality, and we work tirelessly to vindicate the rights of individuals whose constitutional rights have been violated – in Chicago, and nationwide.

Our summer positions offer law students the opportunity to do substantive legal work, to observe court proceedings, and to work alongside a cadre of talented and experienced lawyers, all in a casual and fun environment.

If the prospect of working on federal civil rights litigation excites you, please visit our website at www.loevy.com to learn more about who we are and what we do.

Loevy & Loevy is accepting applications for Summer Associate positions from 2Ls and also from 3Ls who plan to begin clerkships following their graduation from law school. The ideal candidate is a person who is passionate, intelligent, and is committed to civil rights and achieving justice. Strong writing and research skills and an ability to work independently and efficiently are essential.

The firm is selecting 2 candidates, who will each be paid $5,000 for the summer. If you are a 1L, they are also hiring summer law interns – these positions, however, are unpaid. For more information, view the full job listing at PSJD.org (log-in required).