2027 Summer Associate - Richmond Office

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 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

• 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

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.

Qualified candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and writing sample to Liz Coleman by email at [email protected]

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