The Williams Mullen UVA 1L Leadership Fellowship is designed to help aspiring attorneys develop skills while benefitting from the experience and guidance of UVA Law alumni at Williams Mullen, fostering a future generation of lawyers committed to excellence, client service, and community engagement. The firm will award one 1L law student from UVA with a paid 9-week position in Williams Mullen's 2027 and 2028 Summer Associate Programs. The Summer 2027 position will begin May 17, 2027.
ELIGIBILITY & SELECTION CRITERIAThis is a merit-based fellowship. A selection panel including members of the Recruiting Committee, firm leadership and alumni will interview finalists and select the recipient of the
Williams Mullen UVA 1L Leadership Fellowship. The selection committee will search for future indicators of success and commitment to fostering growth, collaboration, and community relationships.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- First-year law student at The University of Virginia
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, work experience, and/or community involvement
- Authorized to work in the U.S.*
- Excellent undergraduate and law school academic performance and involvement
- Able to join the 2027 and 2028 Williams Mullen Summer Programs in our Richmond, VA office
- Strong interest in joining the firm as an associate after law school graduation
APPLICATION PROCESSApplications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis from Sunday, November 1, 2026, through 5pm Sunday, January 10, 2027. To be considered, candidates must apply online and submit the following:
1.Resume with undergraduate GPA listed;
2.Transcript with first semester law school grades (once available)**;
3. Cover letter addressed to Lindsey Hastings (maximum of 1 page) describing your academic, professional and/or life experiences that
(a) exemplifies your desire and commitment to work at Williams Mullen as well as in the city where the Williams Mullen office is located, or
(b) describes how your background and values align with and would enhance the culture and core values of Williams Mullen
*Please note that Williams Mullen is not currently considering applicants who require immigration sponsorship, including F-1 students on Optional Practical Training, individuals on an H-1B visa, etc. Williams Mullen will only consider applicants who (i) currently have work authorization, and (ii) do not require immigration sponsorship either now or in the future.
**We encourage you to apply prior to your fall semester 1L grades being released. Provide all the grades you have to date by the application deadline. Then, update your application in Flo Recruit with your complete transcript or by emailing it to [redacted] up to 5 pm EST on January 10, 2027.
