Legal Intern

Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.; Fairfield (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. is seeking a Legal Intern to support the Legal Department through research, contract review, regulatory analysis, and risk assessment. The internship offers exposure to in-house practice, compliance, and operational matters while developing professional skills.

The role targets J.D. candidates with strong research, writing, and collaboration abilities, offering hands-on experience with Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Microsoft 365 tools within an on-site setting in

Qualifications

• J.D. candidate enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school with at least one year of study.
• Strong legal research, analytical, writing, and problem-solving skills.
• Professionalism, organization, and close attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal and regulatory research on state and federal laws.
• Support contract review and drafting under supervision.
• Prepare memoranda and presentations for stakeholders.
• Assist with data analysis and risk assessment projects.
• Collaborate with attorneys and business stakeholders.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Writing

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

J.D. candidate in ABA-accredited law school

Completed at least one year of study

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Job description

Legal Intern### Legal InternApply: On-Site: Fairfield, IA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-2025-259# **Job Summary**The Legal Intern will support Cambridge’s Legal Department through legal research, contract review, regulatory analysis, risk assessment, and exposure to legal and operational functions. This internship provides J.D. candidates with practical in-house legal experience while strengthening legal research, analysis, writing, collaboration, and professional skills.# **Key Deliverables and Responsibilities*** Conduct legal and regulatory research involving applicable state and federal laws and regulations.* Support contract review and drafting under the guidance of Cambridge legal professionals.* Prepare memoranda, presentations, and other written materials for legal and business stakeholders.* Assist with data analysis, risk assessment activities, and other special projects within the Legal Department.* Gain exposure to in-house legal practice, including contracts, compliance, risk management, and operational matters.* Use Westlaw, LexisNexis, Microsoft 365 applications, SharePoint, and other internal Legal Department systems.* Collaborate with attorneys and business stakeholders while managing assigned work professionally and accurately. # **What We Are Looking For*** J.D. candidate enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school who has completed at least one year of study.* Interest in corporate, contract, securities, employment, or financial services law preferred.* Strong legal research, analytical, writing, and problem-solving skills.* Professionalism, sound organization, and close attention to detail.* Effective communication and collaboration skills.* Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn. # **Why Cambridge?**Cambridge has competitive benefits and promotes a work/life balance to encourage individual success.* Premium benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and long-term disability insurance* Vacation/sick time* 401K retirement plan with company matching program* Eleven paid holidaysYou can find more details about our comprehensive benefits package here. # **Cambridge Overview:**Cambridge is a financial solutions firm that provides business support services to thousands of independent financial advisors. These advisors offer personalized investment services including wealth management, financial planning, and retirement services to individuals and families across the country. Cambridge provides significant compliance, technology, and transaction processing support to these financial advisors and their offices.