Law Clerk NYC

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) in New York City seeks a part-time Law Clerk to support our Securities & Corporate Law team.

The role is hybrid and designed for a current 2L or 3L law student seeking hands-on experience in securities and corporate matters. The Law Clerk will work with attorneys on research, drafting, and analysis while developing skills in legal writing and case preparation within a national defense firm.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited law school as a 2L or 3L student.
• Interest in securities law, corporate law, or related areas.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to balance a part-time, hybrid schedule in New York City.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on securities, corporate, regulatory, and related issues.
• Assist attorneys with drafting memoranda, correspondence, and other documents.
• Research statutes, regulations, case law, and regulatory guidance.
• Review and organize documents related to client matters.
• Support attorneys with case and matter preparation.
• Maintain organized matter files and research materials.
• Participate in team projects and provide general legal support.
• Perform additional clerk duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Education

2L or 3L law student

Job description

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), a multi-office national defense firm and the largest minority owned law firm in the United States, is seeking a Law Clerk to join our Securities & Corporate Law team in our New York City office. This is a part-time, hybrid position designed for a current 2L or 3L law student interested in gaining hands-on experience in securities, corporate, and business-related legal matters.

About the Role

The Law Clerk will work closely with attorneys on a variety of securities and corporate law matters while gaining practical experience in a law firm environment. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated law student with an interest in securities regulation, corporate law, and business-related legal issues who is looking to develop their research, writing, and analytical skills.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and able to balance part-time legal work with their academic responsibilities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on securities, corporate, regulatory, and related legal issues
• Assist attorneys with drafting legal memoranda, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Research and analyze statutes, regulations, case law, and regulatory guidance
• Assist with reviewing and organizing documents and materials related to client matters
• Support attorneys with case and matter preparation
• Assist with maintaining organized matter files and legal research materials
• Participate in team projects and provide general legal support as needed
• Perform additional research and law clerk responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited law school as a 2L or 3L student
• Demonstrated interest in securities law, corporate law, business law, or related areas
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Professional, dependable, and eager to learnAbility to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
• Availability to work a part-time, hybrid schedule in New York City

Why Join QPWB

This position provides an opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on legal experience while working alongside attorneys in a national law firm. The Law Clerk will gain exposure to securities and corporate matters while further developing practical research, writing, and professional skills.

QPWB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Join a Team of Difference Makers

Joining Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) means becoming part of a team of difference-makers who are passionate about making a positive impact in the legal profession. Our commitment to excellence, diversity, and innovation extends to every aspect of the firm.