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INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Summer Law Clerk

CompanyWilson Elser - Attorneys

LocationMadison

Work ModeOn Site

PostedJanuary 6, 2026

Internship Information

Core Responsibilities

The Law Clerk will assist lawyers in all facets of state and federal civil litigation, including legal research and preparation of pleadings. They will also be involved in strategy sessions and trial preparation tasks.

Internship Type

full time

Company Size

2785

Visa Sponsorship

Language

English

Working Hours

40 hours

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About The Company

Wilson Elser is the preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States. At any given time, our more than 1,100 attorneys are engaged in some 100,000 defense and coverage matters, with many defending clients in various local, state and federal courts. For more than four decades, our litigation, coverage and trial lawyers have gained a reputation for taking on and prevailing in the most challenging and technical cases, frequently “parachuting in” to assume unresolved matters from other law firms. Our success also derives from winning on our clients’ terms and rigorously adhering to their guidelines. We are ranked 103 in the AmLaw 200 and 43rd in the National Law Journal’s NLJ 500.

About the Role

<div class="content-intro"><a href="https://www.wilsonelser.com/">Wilson Elser</a> is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus.</div>Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Litigation Summer Law Clerk position in our Madison office.  The Position  The Litigation Summer Law Clerk position is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ambitious, focused and organized to gain experience supporting a fast-paced team in a national law firm. The Law Clerk will assist our lawyers in all facets of state and federal civil litigation, including legal research, preparation of first drafts of pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and reports, and involvement in strategy sessions.  Responsibilities  <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Conduct in-depth legal and factual research to support active cases. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Analyze legal and factual issues to provide critical insights for case strategies. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Review documents for relevancy and legal issues, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Assist attorneys with discovery processes, trial preparation, and trial-related tasks, gaining hands-on experience in litigation. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1">Collaborate with attorneys on drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and case strategy discussions. </li> </ul> Qualifications  <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Bachelor’s degree required. Currently enrolled as a law student for the 2025-2026 academic year at an accredited law school. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Demonstrated experience or a strong interest in litigation and trial practice. Familiarity with litigation processes is a plus. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Highly organized, goal-oriented, and efficient, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Strong legal research, writing, and oral communication skills with meticulous attention to detail. </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1">Previous work in a professional, fast-paced environment is preferred. </li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion">Why Should You Apply?  <ul> <li>Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend</li> <li>Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan</li> <li>Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement</li> <li>Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits</li> </ul> <h5>Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at <a href="mailto:talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com">talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com</a>.</h5> <h5>Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.  It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law. </h5> <h5>Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users.  You may review our Accessibility Policy <a href="https://www.wilsonelser.com/web-accessibility-policy" target="_blank">here</a>.</h5> <h5>California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees <a href="https://www.wilsonelser.com/candidate-privacy-policy">here</a>.</h5> </div>

Key Skills

Legal ResearchWritingOral CommunicationAttention to DetailOrganizationGoal OrientationEfficiencyCollaborationLitigationTrial PreparationDocument ReviewCase StrategyDiscovery ProcessesPleadingsMotionsFactual Research