2027 Summer Associate - Richmond Office

Cookie Settings Main Content Main Menu Our People Services Contact Current Openings PRIVACY NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:  Sands Anderson PC cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.   Back to Job Openings 2027 Summer Associate - Richmond Office US, VA, Richmond APPLY SHARE 2027 Summer Associate | Government Group Schools & Education Team Location: Richmond, VA Practice Area: Government Group, Schools & Education Team Candidate Profile: Rising 3L law student for Summer 2027 with an interest in education law Positions Open: 1 Pay: $2,400.00 per week Sands Anderson is a full-service law firm serving businesses, governments, schools, and individuals throughout Virginia and North Carolina. Our attorneys are known for delivering practical solutions, deep industry knowledge, and exceptional client service. Within our Government Group, the Schools & Education Team partners with public school divisions, higher education institutions, and educational organizations on a wide range of legal matters impacting the education sector. Sands Anderson is seeking a highly motivated rising 3L law student to join our Schools & Education Team as a 2027 Summer Associate. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience representing educational institutions and public entities while working closely with experienced attorneys in one of the firm's most established practice areas. Summer Associate Experience Summer Associates will be integrated into client work and exposed to a variety of legal issues affecting schools and educational organizations, including: Education law and regulatory compliance Student and employee matters Governance and policy issues Employment and labor matters in the education setting Constitutional and administrative law issues Litigation support and dispute resolution Special education and student rights matters Responsibilities and Qualifications Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda Assist with drafting policies, agreements, and other legal documents Support attorneys in litigation and administrative proceedings Attend meetings, hearings, depositions, and client presentations when appropriate Participate in professional development and networking opportunities Rising third-year law student, 3L for the 2027 to 2028 academic year Strong academic credentials and excellent research and writing skills Demonstrated interest in education law, public sector law, government representation, or related fields Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Commitment to client service, professionalism, and teamwork Desire to practice law in Richmond, VA Commitment to sit for the July 2028 Virginia Bar exam Why Sands Anderson? Our Summer Associate Program provides meaningful legal experience, mentorship from attorneys across practice areas, and opportunities to build lasting professional relationships. Participants gain valuable insight into the practice of law while contributing to real client matters that impact schools, students, educators, and communities throughout the region. How to Apply Qualified candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and writing sample to Liz Coleman by email at lcoleman@sandsanderson.com Sands Anderson is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace and encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Join us and explore a rewarding legal career serving the institutions that shape our communities APPLY NOTICE TO SEARCH FIRMS: Firms that wish to present candidates to Sands Anderson PC must have an active agreement in place. Firms will not be entitled to receive any compensation as a result of a decision by Sands Anderson PC to offer employment to any such candidate unless an active agreement is in place between our law firm and your search firm, and then only on the terms, and subject to the conditions, contained in our agreement. All search firm candidates should be submitted via the Search Firm Portal. Search firms that do not introduce a candidate through our portal will not be recognized by Sands Anderson PC for purposes of “ownership” of the candidate. For questions or access to the portal, please contact Liz Coleman, Director of Business Development and Strategic Growth. Jump to Page Christiansburg Durham Fredericksburg Richmond Virginia Beach Williamsburg Client Pay Manage Cookies Privacy Disclaimer Site Map © 2026 Sands Anderson Site by Firmseek We use cookies to improve your experience on our site. You may opt out of non-essential cookies below. By using our website, you agree to our  Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.  MANAGE COOKIES REJECT COOKIES ACCEPT AND CLOSE