Associate Application: Judicial Clerks

Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

$235K — $455K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Judicial clerk experience in U.S. courts required.
  • Strong analytical skills demonstrated through previous work.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills anticipated.
  • Familiarity with corporate law, litigation, or tax law preferred.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct legal research and analysis for various practice areas.
  • Draft legal documents, including motions and briefs.
  • Assist in case preparation and strategies for litigation.
  • Support attorneys in trial preparations and client meetings.
  • Participate in client interaction as needed.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in multiple legal practice areas.
  • Exposure to high-profile cases and clients.
  • Mentorship from experienced attorneys in the firm.
  • Access to continuous professional development and training.
  • Flexible work environment across various U.S. locations.
Full Job Description
Sullivan & Cromwell is seeking current judicial clerks who are interested in joining the Firm's General Practice (corporate), Litigation, Estates & Personal, and Tax Groups. We are reviewing judicial clerk applications for all of our U.S. offices (Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, and Washington D.C.) on a rolling basis.

Salary

The associate base salary is tied to assigned associate class year. The standard scale is included below.
  • 1st year (Class of 2025): $235,000
  • 2nd year (Class of 2024): $245,000
  • 3rd year (Class of 2023): $270,000
  • 4th year (Class of 2022): $320,000
  • 5th year (Class of 2021): $385,000
  • 6th year (Class of 2020): $410,000
  • 7th year (Class of 2019): $440,000
  • 8th year (Class of 2018): $455,000
  • 9th year (Class of 2017): $455,000



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