What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Houston 1L Summer Law Clerk and Chris Morvillo Scholarship position at Clifford Chance?
Who we are
As a global law firm our work spans jurisdictions, cultures, and languages – and so do our people.
Our culture is collaborative and inclusive – where diverse perspectives are recognized and valued. Where performing to your highest ability, unlocks equal access to opportunities to learn, thrive and grow.
We combine deep legal expertise and commercial intelligence to grow, transform, protect, and defend our clients' businesses, across every critical moment.
We operate in the sectors and regions that matter to our clients. With forward-thinking insights and innovative, tech-enabled solutions that combine deep knowledge of their sectors and markets.
You’ll build connections and work with colleagues as one global team. You’ll unlock opportunities for clients, across borders, cultures, legal and commercial disciplines.
Join us to work with colleagues as one global team – empowering each other to be exceptional and create advantage for our clients.
Job Description
The role
Candidates seeking a position in our Houston, TX summer program will have the opportunity to work closely with our global transactional teams, focusing on Energy & Infrastructure, with exposure to Corporate M&A, Capital Markets, Project Development, Tax, Finance, Environmental, and Tech practices. Membership in a Law Review and/or International Law Journal, as well as participation in Transactional Skills Competitions, is preferred.
Candidates may also apply for the Chris Morvillo Scholarship. As a Scholar, you will have the opportunity to embrace team collaboration, receive formal and informal training, and build relationships with our global network. Following your summer, you'll stay connected and engaged. We’ll invite you to join us at firmwide activities like office events, training programs and community activities. You’ll receive firm news and updates and continue to build relationships with the team.
The salary for all summer law clerk roles is $225,000.
Qualifications
Experience
Applicants must be enrolled full-time in an ABA-accredited law school, with an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2028. Spanish, and Portuguese language skills are highly valued as is a strong international interest. Complete applications must include a resume and law school transcript (an unofficial copy is acceptable). Applicants are invited to update their application once their transcript has been released with their first semester grades.
Additional Information
Equal opportunities statement
At Clifford Chance, we forge an inclusive culture, where all perspectives are recognised and valued. It’s a culture where everyone has equal access to opportunities to thrive and succeed, irrespective of background. We are guided by our values-based Code, which sets high standards of conduct and has a principle focused on being inclusive.
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide consideration to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We comply with the law and regulations in every location where we operate and across all aspects of employment, from recruitment and selection to development, progression, and day-to-day working life.
Find out more about our inclusive culture here
Salary : $225,000
