Our law firm stands among the global elite, distinguished by the exceptional legal talent we attract from the foremost law schools worldwide. We actively seek motivated and talented law students who aspire to achieve the pinnacle of legal excellence and thrive in a dynamic, collegial environment. At our firm, you will engage with the most critical and high-profile matters of our time, gaining invaluable experience and insights from leading legal professionals.
Cultivating Future Leaders
Our attorneys are entrusted with handling transactions that shape industries and litigations that can determine the fate of companies. Representing some of the world’s most renowned corporations and asset managers, our lawyers, regardless of their seniority, manage high-stakes cases across our core practice areas: Public Company Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Litigation, White Collar and Regulatory Defense, and Restructuring. They benefit from comprehensive, structured training programs and dedicated mentorship, ensuring their continuous professional growth.
Commitment to Career Development
Our firm is unwavering in its commitment to the learning and development of our lawyers at every stage of their careers. We provide robust support and resources to foster their professional advancement and ensure they remain at the forefront of the legal field.
Comprehensive Training Program
The training and development of our associates are paramount at our firm. From our immersive summer program to targeted training initiatives for senior associates and beyond, we are dedicated to supporting our associates across all practice areas throughout their careers.
Colleague Connect Circles
Our firm’s inclusive community-building initiative, Colleague Connect Circles, has established 16 mentorship “Circles” nationwide and 9 within our satellite offices. These Circles foster a supportive and collaborative environment, promoting professional growth and camaraderie among our attorneys.
As a legal intern at our firm, you will be integrated into the team from the very first day, providing you with the opportunity to experience our dynamic, team-oriented work environment. This immersive experience will allow you to understand what it truly means to be a lawyer at our firm. You will gain unparalleled exposure to complex and significant matters for some of the most prominent names in the business world. Additionally, you will have the chance to explore various practice areas, refine your practical legal skills, and benefit from our comprehensive training and mentoring programs.
The Legal Intern Experience
During your internship with us, we ensure that you understand the importance of your work and the impact it can have. You will have the opportunity to shape your intern experience through substantive assignments, extensive training, diverse mentorship, client interactions, and social events.
Our Program Locations
Our legal intern program is hosted at our offices in Rwanda, Uganda, New York, London, Johannesburg and Cape Town. Throughout the program, legal interns will immerse themselves in the key practice areas of each office and build relationships with our lawyers.
Legal Intern Application Process
Each year, we participate in on-campus interview programs and resume collections at not just the nation’s most prestigious law schools, but the world’s as well. We also encourage qualified candidates to apply directly through our online application portal.
EOE
Our firm is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation Package
Our firm acknowledges the exceptional contributions of our attorneys and is dedicated to providing top-tier compensation and benefits.
Our benefits package includes a comprehensive insurance plan, generous caregiver leaves, relocation assistance, and various workplace amenities:
Physical & Mental Health
- Insurance: Our firm offers a range of life, disability, and travel accident insurance options.
- Health, Dental, and Vision Plans: Our attorneys are eligible to enroll in our extensive health, dental, and vision plans from their first day of employment. These plans also cover eligible dependents, including spouses and children. Additionally, we offer a health care flexible spending account, allowing attorneys to pay for eligible health care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Our firm offers a free Employee Assistance Program designed to help attorneys and their families cope with personal difficulties.
- Wellness: In addition to a Health Management Program, our firm provides access to numerous self-care resources.
- Caregiver Leave: Our firm offers generous caregiver leave and various childcare resources, including infant transition, back-up, and emergency child care. We also provide fertility support.
- Well-being Stipend: We provide a generous annual well-being stipend to all counsel and associates.
- Vacation: Our firm offers four weeks of paid vacation for our attorneys.
Financial Assistance
- Bar Examination: Our firm reimburses associates for fees paid for bar review courses and application fees for the Rwanda and Uganda Bar examinations.
- Bar Association Membership: We cover annual dues for selected bar associations.
- Relocation Costs & Salary Advance: We reimburse moving costs for relocation, including transportation for attorneys and their families. Additionally, we offer a salary advance to all incoming associates.
Corporate Card: We offer each counsel and associate a corporate card.
Our firm stands as one of the preeminent law firms globally, offering an exceptional environment for career development.
With a team of over 150 attorneys, we provide comprehensive legal services across virtually every area of law and geographic region. Our clientele includes some of the largest publicly and privately held corporations and financial institutions in Rwanda, Uganda, Eastern and Southern Africa, US, United Kingdom, Spain and internationally. Additionally, we represent numerous start-up companies, foreign governments, private equity firms, and entrepreneurs, delivering unparalleled legal expertise to each client.
Our Firm
At our firm, we attribute our numerous achievements to the dedication and skill of all our staff. We foster a collegial atmosphere where doors are always open, and businessattire is the norm. This environment not only enhances our professional relationships but also often leads to lasting successes and friendships among colleagues.
Current Openings
We invite you to explore our current job openings and consider joining our esteemed team.
EOE
Our firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals.
Recruitment Policy
Our firm does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resumes received will become the property of our firm, and we will not be liable for any fees associated with such resumes. Only agencies with a formal agreement with our firm will have proprietary rights to their candidates for a specified period.
For those interested in position(s) at any of our offices worldwide, please direct your inquiries to the appropriate contact below.
Legal Personnel & Recruitment Manager, Stabit Advocates
KN5 RD 16 Gishushu, Kigali, Near RDB Rwanda Level 2
Tel: +250 789 36 6274
P.O. Box, 4447, Kigali, KG 250
Email: info@stabitadvocates.com
www.stabitadvocates.com
For those interested in position(s) at our Ugandan office, please direct your inquiries to the appropriate contact below.
Legal Personnel & Recruitment Manager, Stabit Advocates
Equatorial Mall, Level 5, Bombo Road, Kampala
Opp. Watoto Church Downtown Level 5
Tel: +256 755 24 7630
Email: info@stabitadvocates.com
www.stabitadvocates.com