Amanda C. Nugent
Summer Associate Program
Carmody offers an immersive and broad-ranging nine-week summer associate program for second year law students looking to get hands-on experience in a leading full-service firm. Because we believe that growth happens through experimentation, program participants receive assignments in as many of our varied practice areas as possible. Participants research and draft briefs; shadow lawyers at court events, administrative hearings, and depositions; participate in closings and transactional work; and learn to give practical, client-centered advice. Summer Associates spend time in our New Haven, Stamford, Guilford and Waterbury offices, and have the opportunity to receive substantive training under the guidance and mentorship of some of the preeminent practitioners in each practice area.
Carmody’s 2024 Summer Class
“I had a terrific experience as a Summer Associate at Carmody! Between working on a diverse array of assignments in both the litigation and transactional practice areas, attending professional development trainings and webinars, and observing a mediation, I learned and grew professionally, while considering what areas of law I may want to practice in. Learning from such intelligent and experienced attorneys in formal settings and getting to know them during the many informal social events was the highlight of my experience, and I am grateful to have been afforded the opportunity to do so.”
Jonah Badiab, Summer Associate 2024
“My summer at Carmody has been incredibly fulfilling. Each day, I’ve expanded my knowledge through legal research, drafting memoranda, and mentorship from the firm’s various practice groups. Beyond research, I’ve observed arbitration and mediation hearings, and attended several networking/social events. I feel privileged to have collaborated with Carmody’s exceptional team.”
Shakira Gray, Summer Associate 2024
“The best part of the summer associate program at Carmody was working with the attorneys and staff—all were intelligent, professional, and welcoming. The firm provides true mentorship and affords summer associates the opportunity to gain experience across many different practice areas.”
Luc Shay, Summer Associate 2024
“The Summer Associate Program at Carmody was one of the best professional experiences I had the privilege of participating in…I was welcomed to an amazing group of attorneys and a plethora of challenging assignments, covering both patent and trademark prosecution on a variety of projects. Outside of the IP department, I also received assignments from other partners exposing me to areas of law that are not taught in law schools. The program was challenging and rewarding, but the support of everyone at the firm made two months feel like two weeks. Carmody is a place like no other: where difficult, meaningful work merges seamlessly with best working culture I have ever seen. I was truly amazed with the breadth of work I received, the openness of everybody, and the experiences I will never forget.”
Robert Bertekap III, Summer Associate 2023