Summer Law Clerk Position Available In Jefferson, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: Join Degan Blanchard & Nash as a Summer Law Clerk in New Orleans. Gain hands-on experience in insurance defense, conducting legal research, drafting documents, and attending legal proceedings. This program offers mentorship, training, and networking opportunities. Requirements include completion of 2L year and strong research and writing skills.
Job Description
Summer Law Clerk
DEGAN BLANCHARD & NASH A PROFE 400
Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Description:
Step into the world of litigation with hands-on experience at a leading insurance defense firm. Degan, Blanchard & Nash is seeking Summer Law Clerks for our New Orleans office, offering a dynamic and immersive opportunity to sharpen your legal skills and gain valuable insight into the litigation process. What You’ll Experience As a Summer Law Clerk, you won’t just observe the legal process — you’ll be a part of it.
This program is designed to:
Expose you to a broad range of legal and procedural tasks in the insurance defense field Enhance your legal research and writing skills through real, substantive assignments Provide firsthand experience with litigation from initial case review to pre-trial preparations Support your professional development through mentorship and constructive feedback You’ll work closely with our attorneys and legal staff to: Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, and pleadings Review and summarize medical records, discovery responses, and deposition transcripts Prepare correspondence and draft legal documents Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations as an observer (when opportunities arise) Assist with paralegal-style tasks such as organizing case files, preparing trial notebooks, and contributing to case strategy sessions Participate in weekly check-ins and receive ongoing mentorship
Program Highlights Mentorship:
Be paired with an attorney mentor who will guide you through the summer
Training:
Participate in orientation and periodic workshops on legal writing, case management, and insurance defense strategy
Community:
Enjoy social events, lunch-and-learns, and networking opportunities with attorneys and staff
Feedback:
Receive mid-summer evaluations and a comprehensive end-of-program review
Requirements:
Qualifications Completion of your 2L year at an accredited law school by the start of the program Strong legal research and writing skills Eagerness to learn, collaborate, and contribute to a high-performing legal team
