What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Intern position at Group 1 Automotive, Inc.?
Overview
Group 1 Automotive, Inc. is a Fortune 250 company with over $19 billion in annual revenues in 2024. The Company owns and operates 259 automotive dealerships, 324 franchises, and 35 collision centers in the United States and the United Kingdom, which offer 36 brands of automobiles.
Job Summary:
The Summer Legal Intern will provide valuable support to Group 1’s corporate legal department by assisting with legal research, drafting legal documents, and performing various administrative tasks. This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to do substantive work and gain hands-on experience as to the roles and responsibilities of a corporate legal department.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Effectively perform legal research and analysis.
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and proofreading legal documents, such as commercial contracts and memos, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
- Gain an understanding of how legal and regulatory compliance helps business units develop their overall strategy and business goals.
- Attend meetings with attorneys and business clients and take detailed notes, summarizing key points and action items to meet project deadlines.
- Assist in preparing and organizing documents for court filings, including assembling exhibits and creating document indices.
- Collaborate with, and provide support to, other team members that contributes to the overall success of the legal department.
- Gather practical in-house experience in a variety of disciplines and learn how the company achieves its core values.
Qualifications:
- Candidate should be a second-year law student with a strong academic record.
- Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to gather, interpret, and present information effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in using legal research databases and software, such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
- Familiarity with legal terminology, procedures, and principles.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of professionalism.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Candidate must provide a resume and an unofficial law school transcript.
*All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include; background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment*
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
Salary : $19