Litigation Judicial Clerk Associate

Kirkland & Ellis LLP; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 225,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Miami is seeking a Litigation Associate to begin in 2027. The position targets law clerks with an exceptional academic record and a willingness to take early responsibility in a vigorous litigation environment.

The firm emphasizes intellectual curiosity, teamwork, and drive, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Compensation for this role ranges from $225,000 to $310,000 annually, aligned with experience and role responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Outstanding academic achievement is required.
• Desire to assume early responsibility is a key factor.
• Indicators such as law review, moot court, intellectual curiosity, teamwork, and drive are viewed favorably.

Job description

Overview

• The firm is seeking applications from current law clerks for a Litigation Associate position, with a planned start date in 2027.
• Candidates are expected to have a record of outstanding academic achievement.
• A desire to assume early responsibility is a key consideration for applicants.
• Indicators such as law review, moot court, intellectual curiosity, teamwork, and drive are viewed favorably.

Posting details

Kirkland's Miami office is accepting applications from law clerks for litigation associate positions to start in 2027. Clerks with a record of outstanding academic achievement and a desire to assume early responsibility will be considered. Law review, moot court, and other indicators of intellectual curiosity, teamwork, and drive are viewed favorably.

Kirkland & Ellis LLP offers a competitive salary structure as well as a robust offering of benefits to all of its employees and attorneys. Compensation is based upon the roles and responsibilities of the position, the experience and education of the applicant and/or employee and is aligned with internal pay equity within Kirkland & Ellis LLP itself. The hiring salary range for this position is between

$225,000 and $310,000. These figures are not representative of the full compensation range for this position.