Legal Intern/Extern Opportunity
Legal Intern/Extern β Jennings Financial Advisory Corp.
π Location: On-site in White Plains, NY
πΌ Unpaid | Eligible for Academic Credit
βοΈ Kickstart Your Legal Career with Real-World Experience
Jennings Financial Advisory Corp., located in White Plains, NY, is seeking motivated JD or LLM candidates (1L, 2L, or 3L) for an unpaid Legal Internship/Externship program. This position offers hands-on training in diverse areas of law including contract law, corporate law, financial regulation, real estate law, insurance law, mortgage compliance, and employment law.
This internship is designed to provide meaningful legal experience in a multi-disciplinary financial services environment. We also support law school externship credit where applicable.
π§ββοΈ Who Should Apply
Current JD or LLM students (1L, 2L, or 3L) seeking academic credit or practical legal experience
Students interested in corporate, compliance, real estate, labor & employment, or financial services law
Detail-oriented individuals with a passion for learning, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude
βοΈ Key Responsibilities
Legal Interns will work under the supervision of in-house counsel and senior leadership, with opportunities to contribute to real legal work across departments. Tasks may include:
Contract Law & Commercial Transactions
Assist in drafting, reviewing, and revising contracts including vendor agreements, insurance contracts, service agreements, real estate documents, and client engagement letters
Research and evaluate contractual risks and provide recommendations for revisions in accordance with legal and regulatory standards
Support contract negotiation preparation and cross-departmental coordination
Corporate & Regulatory Compliance
Prepare and maintain corporate governance documentation, business registrations, and regulatory filings
Research legal and regulatory frameworks related to financial services, insurance, real estate, and tax law
Monitor relevant state and federal compliance obligations
Employment Law & HR Legal Support
Assist the Human Resources Department in developing and reviewing employee contracts, independent contractor agreements, NDAs, and employment policies
Research and provide memos on employment regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and Title VII
Support legal counsel with matters involving employee onboarding, discipline, investigations, and workplace compliance
Real Estate & Mortgage Compliance
Assist in drafting and reviewing documents for real estate transactions and mortgage compliance
Help prepare disclosures, conduct legal due diligence, and track regulatory changes
Legal Research & Internal Support
Conduct in-depth legal research and prepare memoranda across a range of topics
Attend internal legal and business meetings, summarize key takeaways, and assist with documentation
Provide direct support to in-house counsel and the companyβs CEO
β Internship Requirements
Time Commitment: Minimum of 13 hours per week
Location: On-site only at 214 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601 (no remote work available)
Skills: Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills
Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates encouraged to apply
π Academic Credit
This internship is unpaid; however, we are happy to assist with all required documentation for law school externship or academic credit.
π¬ How to Apply
To apply, please email your resume and a brief cover letter to:
π§ Katherine Jennings β katherinejennings@kjenningsgroup.com
In your email, please include:
Availability
When can you start?
How many hours per week and which days/times are you available?
Compensation
Acknowledge that this is an unpaid internship.
Let us know if you will be seeking academic credit.
Commute
How do you plan to travel to our White Plains office?
Technical Skills
Are you comfortable using Microsoft Outlook and standard office software?
Language Skills
Do you speak Spanish (optional)?
Contact Info
Please provide your phone number and preferred email address.
π For questions, contact Katherine Jennings directly at 914-906-7300.
Take your first step into the legal profession by joining a firm where your work truly matters. We look forward to hearing from you!