2026 2L Summer Associate – Charlotte Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: Dechert is hiring a 2026 2L Summer Associate in Charlotte. The role offers hands-on experience in high-stakes law, allowing exploration of preferred practice areas. The 10-week program includes social events, providing a glimpse into the firm's diverse culture. Applicants for the Charlotte office must submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter indicating practice area interest. Salary is $4,326.92 weekly.
Job Description
2026 2L Summer Associate – Charlotte Dechert has built a global platform across 16 locations with a singular focus – delivering the highest-quality advice that is actionable, commercial and delivered efficiently. Our clients include corporations, financial institutions, sovereign states, quasi-sovereign entities and private and high-net-worth individuals all over the world. Dechert’s summer associate program will provide you with firsthand experience of practicing meaningful, high-stakes law at one of the world’s premier global firms. You will explore the practice areas that interest you most, rather than rotate through predetermined groups. The comprehensive program provides direct access to Dechert’s diverse, innovative culture – and the opportunity to find your own path forward. Over the 10-week program, you will have the opportunity to participate in social gatherings and summer events, allowing you to interact with your colleagues informally. Our ultimate goal is for you to experience what it’s like to be a part of our vibrant, warm, and supportive community. We are seeking class of 2027 applicants interested in our Charlotte office. Resume, law school transcript and cover letter noting practice area interest are required. Questions can be directed to early.careersdechertcareers.
Salary:
$4,326.92 weekly Transactional Practice Group(s)
Available:
Corporate & Securities – C&S
We represent clients in domestic and international mergers, acquisitions and divestitures; private equity, including fund formation, investments and portfolio company transactions; initial and other public offerings and private placements of equity and debt; leveraged finance transactions and debt restructurings; and securities compliance, corporate governance and general corporate matters. Finance & Real Estate – FRE Our work includes asset finance and securitization, commercial mortgage-backed securities, commercial real estate finance residential mortgage finance and structured credit and collateralized loan obligations.
