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Gibbons Foreign Legal Internship Program (FLIP)
New York City, NY **Gibbons Foreign Legal Internship Program (FLIP)** Gibbons is an equal opportunity employer and provides a Foreign Legal Internship Program (FLIP) to German law school graduates. The program has been in operation since 2000 and offers participants an in-depth overview of the United States legal system and the opportunity to concentrate in one of Gibbons’ practice areas. **Benefits of Participating in FLIP** The FLIP program offers German law school graduates the opportunity to become familiar with the Anglo-American legal system. Participants are supervised by Gibbons attorneys and have the opportunity to assist with research of national or international legal issues, the review and translation of foreign legal documents, and attend court hearings and internal training sessions. **Requirements for Participation in FLIP** To participate in the FLIP program, applicants must have successfully passed the First State Examination with an above average grade (at least “satisfactory”). Applicants must also possess strong English skills and an interest in becoming familiar with the Anglo-American legal system. **Application Process for FLIP** Gibbons recruits three to four referendare for a period of three to four months. Due to the large number of interested candidates, a timely application (six months prior to the desired start) is recommended. Applications should include a personal letter in English, a resume in English, copies of credentials (e.g., copy of State Examination Certificate), and a letter of recommendation, in English or German, from a member of the legal profession. Applications should be sent to Terry Myers, Esq. at Gibbons P.C. or via email to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. If you have any further questions, please contact Myriam Rastaetter at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. **Gibbons Foreign Legal Internship Program (FLIP)** Gibbons is an equal opportunity employer and provides a Foreign Legal Internship Program (FLIP) to German law school graduates. This program offers participants an in-depth overview of the United States legal system and the opportunity to concentrate in one of Gibbons’ practice areas. **Overview of FLIP** Participants in the FLIP program are supervised by Gibbons attorneys and assist with research of national or international legal issues, the review and translation of foreign legal documents, and attend court hearings and internal training sessions. Referendare are typically involved in projects with two or three additional Gibbons attorneys. **Requirements for Participation in FLIP** To participate in the FLIP program, applicants must have successfully passed the First State Examination with an above average grade (at least “satisfactory”). Applicants must also possess strong English skills and an interest in becoming familiar with the Anglo-American legal system. **Compensation and Benefits of FLIP** Gibbons does not compensate referendare during their training period. However, a modest monthly “housing stipend” is provided to assist with living expenses in New York, which are relatively high. After your application has been accepted, Gibbons will provide you with additional information related to housing in New York, visa requirements, medical insurance, etc. **Application Process for FLIP** Gibbons recruits three to four referendare for a period of three to four months. Due to the large number of interested candidates, a timely application (six months prior to the desired start) is recommended. Applications should include a personal letter in English, a resume in English, copies of credentials (e.g., copy of State Examination Certificate), and a letter of recommendation, in English or German, from a member of the legal profession. Applications should be sent to Terry Myers, Esq. at Gibbons P.C. or via email to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. If you have any further questions, please contact Myriam Rastaetter at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Law firm Gibbons offers a Foreign Legal Internship Program (FLIP) for German law school graduates that provides an in-depth overview of the United States legal system and the opportunity to concentrate in one of Gibbons’ practice areas. **Overview of FLIP** The FLIP program offers participants the opportunity to become familiar with the Anglo-American legal system. Referendare are supervised by Gibbons attorneys and assist with research of national or international legal issues, the review and translation of foreign legal documents, and attend court hearings and internal training sessions. Referendare are typically involved in projects with two or three additional Gibbons attorneys. **Requirements for Participation in FLIP** To participate in the FLIP program, applicants must have successfully passed the First State Examination with an above average grade (at least “satisfactory”). Applicants must also possess strong English skills and an interest in becoming familiar with the Anglo-American legal system. **Compensation and Benefits of FLIP** Gibbons does not compensate referendare during their training period. However, a modest monthly “housing stipend” is provided to assist with living expenses in New York, which are relatively high. After your application has been accepted, Gibbons will provide you with additional information related to housing in New York, visa requirements, medical insurance, etc. **Application Process for FLIP** |
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