Legal Intern

Kirker Davis LLP is a boutique family law firm serving clients throughout Central Texas. We represent professionals, business owners, and families in complex divorces, high-conflict custody matters, and other sophisticated family-law litigation. Our work often involves closely held businesses, substantial assets, demanding discovery, and sensitive issues that require exceptional preparation, sound judgment, and responsive client service. We are committed to the practice of law and to delivering a highly personalized, concierge-level client experience that makes a meaningful difference for the individuals and families we serve. Legal Internship Program Kirker Davis LLP’s Legal Internship Program provides highly qualified candidates with practical, full-time experience in the day-to-day operations and litigation work of a sophisticated boutique family law firm. Legal Interns contribute to the systems, teamwork, and client service that support complex family-law matters while developing a practical foundation in legal support and law-firm operations. The program is designed for highly capable recent graduates seeking rigorous professional experience before law school or while exploring careers in legal operations, legal marketing, legal technology, business operations, or other professional-services fields. Interns gain exposure to the discipline, responsiveness, attention to detail, and sound judgment required in a high-performing litigation environment. Responsibilities Legal Interns assist with administrative, operational, and case-support work that is essential to the firm’s day-to-day operations and litigation practice. Responsibilities may include: Organizing electronic and physical case files, monitoring calendars, tracking deadlines, and documenting correspondence. Entering and maintaining information in case files and case-management software. Providing office and team support, including cross-coverage for teammates, answering phones, and supporting front-desk and back-office operations. Preparing and organizing materials for mediations, hearings, discovery, responses, and filings under the guidance of attorneys and paralegals. Supporting executive, administrative, legal-operations, and other special projects as needed. Training & Supervision Legal Interns receive structured onboarding and orientation covering firm policies, workflows, technology, and available resources. Training materials, checklists, manuals, and direct guidance help interns build proficiency and take ownership of their responsibilities. Interns receive task-level supervision from experienced staff, participate in weekly huddles, and receive regular feedback and professional-development support from firm leadership. They work alongside fellow interns, long-term staff, paralegals, and attorneys in a collaborative environment where their work supports both case preparation and firm operations. The program helps interns build strong habits in organization, communication, client service, case management, and professional judgment. Interns gain firsthand exposure to the standards of service and preparation required in boutique family-law litigation, creating a strong foundation for law school, future clerkships, and careers in legal or business operations. Candidates begin as Legal Interns in a seasonal role. Continued internships and advancement are not guaranteed and depend on performance. Successful Legal Interns who anticipate at least one year of availability may be offered an opportunity to continue in a full-time Legal Assistant position. Successful Legal Interns who anticipate at least two years of availability may be offered a longer‑term development path to Legal Assistant and, later, Paralegal . Candidates The program is a strong fit for: Candidates who can work full-time onsite. Candidates seeking substantial responsibility in a fast‑paced litigation setting. Recent graduates with excellent academic records from selective universities. Candidates taking one or more gap years before law school. Candidates interested in paralegal, legal operations, legal marketing, legal technology, business operations, or other professional-services careers. Hourly compensation varies based on responsibilities, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors. EEO Statement Kirker Davis LLP is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, race, religion, color, marital status, disability, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law. “The Best Place to Learn How to Be an Attorney” Pros As a rising 3L, I’ve realized how rare truly likable jobs in the legal field are. I find that many of my law school friends do not enjoy their jobs, and I feel very lucky to have found this place. As a clerk, you will rarely ever be assigned “grunt work.” Almost immediately I found that I was receiving invaluable litigation experience. If you have desire to be a trial lawyer, this is the place to go. Not only will you get to help prepare for hearings, trials, and meditations– but you get to do so on truly fun, and for lack of a better word, juicy cases. The mentorship here is unmatched. The attorneys here are just as excited to employ you as you are to be employed. They are so willing to help at the drop of a hat, yet they do not micromanage. KD’s expectation that their clerks are capable and can work independently has bolstered my confidence and I feel much more prepared to be a practicing attorney now than before I started. But, I also feel secure knowing that if I ever needed help that a team of experienced and kind attorneys had my back. Kirker Davis has cultivated a wonderful culture and respect for work life balance. Many of the attorneys here are parents, and their responsibilities to their children are always supported and understood. Additionally, the office itself has fantastic vibes. It is clear that everyone is a team. The attorneys are youthful, are usually joking about something, and overall the morale is palpably high. Conclusively, KD is a great place to work, and since starting here I’ve been trying to sell all my friends on family law! Cons I really cannot think of anything. A certain level of flexibility will be expected of you, but not more so and arguably less than any other law firm. on Past Kirker Davis Law Clerks: Alex G. ” My time as a clerk at Kirker Davis was great. From my first day, I was involved in substantive work: I provided research and writing for a case about to go to trial, I explored interesting questions of law, and I had the opportunity to communicate directly with clients. The attorneys at Kirker Davis will help you get what you want out of your clerkship. If you want to attend trial, you can. If you want to work on a specific case, you can. I had the opportunity to do so much in my time at Kirker Davis and I learned more there than I would have anywhere else. I wouldn’t have changed a thing. “ Who We Hire Candidates typically selected: Undergraduates or recent graduates with high GPAs at selective universities Pre-law or strong interest in legal or high-performing business operations careers Availability onsite at least 20 hours weekly for at least one semester (fall, spring, or summer) Hourly compensation rate depends on duties, qualifications, and other factors. Interns may seek academic credit for the internship from their universities. Interns in the Austin area year-round may be eligible for multiple semesters of internship or continued employment opportunities based on performance. #J-18808-Ljbffr