4464 - 2026 Summer Associate: Affd. Housing & Real Estate

At Nixon Peabody, our priority is to attract, retain, and promote talented individuals from a wide range of racial, ethnic, social, economic, religious, and personal backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations. Therefore, we encourage talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

In accordance with applicable Federal and State laws, the anticipated salary for this position in Chicago is $4,134 per week. This salary is Nixon Peabody's good faith estimate at the time of this posting.

We are seeking a second-year law student to join us as a summer associate during summer 2026 working with our Affordable Housing & Real Estate Practice Group in our Chicago office. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated interest and/or experience in real estate. Our summer associates provide legal research, writing, and other substantive support for our attorneys on projects that are both challenging and exciting. Summer associates will be paired with a mentor and receive real-time feedback. We also offer various training programs - both practice and office specific - throughout the duration of the program.

Qualified candidates will have strong academic credentials (3.0 GPA or higher), superb judgment and communication skills, excellent legal writing skills, and a commitment to providing excellent client services. This is a hybrid position with four days in office expectations.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter detailing why they are interested in this specific opportunity with Nixon Peabody and describing how they would contribute to our dynamic and inclusive culture. Please create an application and submit your resume along with your cover letter, law school transcripts, and a writing sample.

Principals Only

Nixon Peabody LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

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