2027 Summer Associate Program
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MBL, PLLC.
Troy, MI, US
Summary
Summer law clerks will draft legal documents, conduct research, and assist attorneys with case strategy and litigation preparation. They will also gain exposure to depositions, mediations, and court proceedings while working directly with the legal team.
Job Description
The Summer Associate Program
The MBL Summer Associate Program is a hands-on, immersive experience designed for 2L law students who want real exposure to insurance defense litigation. Our clerks work alongside experienced attorneys on active cases, gain practical skills you can’t learn in the classroom, and build meaningful relationships within a growing, collaborative firm.
From day one, you’ll be treated as part of the team—learning how cases are evaluated, developed, and defended while working directly with attorneys who are invested in mentorship and professional growth.
2027 Program Highlights
- 10-week program focused on meaningful, hands-on legal work — June- August 2027
- Direct exposure to insurance defense and civil litigation
- Real client and claims-focused experience
- Structured training sessions and professional development opportunities
- Formal mentorship from partners and associates
- Opportunities to observe depositions, mediations, and court proceedings
- Networking and firm social events that highlight MBL’s culture
What You’ll Do
As a Summer Law Clerk at MBL, you will:
- Draft legal documents, including motions, memoranda, and discovery materials
- Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, case law, and regulations
- Assist attorneys with case strategy, evaluation, and litigation preparation
- Collaborate directly with attorneys
- Gain firsthand insight into how insurance defense cases progress from intake through litigation
Join a Firm on the Rise
Hiring Criteria:
- Excellent character
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
- Demonstrated leadership abilities
- Students currently in their second year of law school
Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, McDonald Baas & Livingston, PLLC is proud to have one of Michigan’s largest insurance defense law practices, serving Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 insurance companies in Michigan and beyond.
Our legal team, consisting of 150 lawyers and professionals, is dedicated to providing full-service insurance defense, handling a wide range of claims and litigation. We specialize in first- and third-party auto accident litigation, premises liability, general negligence, medical malpractice, and professional liability. Additionally, we offer robust defense in trucking, commercial, and contractual matters, ensuring comprehensive protection for clients across diverse industries.
MBL welcomes the opportunity to assist you throughout the legal process from strategy and discovery to litigation and appellate.
*the information on our Linkedin page does not create an attorney-client relationship, is not intended to convey legal or ethics advice, and does not guarantee the same or similar results in all cases.
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Legal Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Troy, Michigan
Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, McDonald Baas & Livingston, PLLC is proud to have one of Michigan’s largest insurance defense law practices, serving Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 insurance companies in Michigan and beyond.
Our legal team, consisting of 150 lawyers and professionals, is dedicated to providing full-service insurance defense, handling a wide range of claims and litigation. We specialize in first- and third-party auto accident litigation, premises liability, general negligence, medical malpractice, and professional liability. Additionally, we offer robust defense in trucking, commercial, and contractual matters, ensuring comprehensive protection for clients across diverse industries.
MBL welcomes the opportunity to assist you throughout the legal process from strategy and discovery to litigation and appellate.
*the information on our Linkedin page does not create an attorney-client relationship, is not intended to convey legal or ethics advice, and does not guarantee the same or similar results in all cases.
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Legal Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Troy, Michigan