Entry Level Legal Associate Jobs
New grad legal associate jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or writing sample can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Technology & Software, and Retail, with employers like Harbor, Amazon, and NBCUniversal hiring at this level now.
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Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Law
- 501574
- Main Campus - Academic Toledo, OH
- Academic
- Faculty - Regular
Title: Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Law
Department Org: Law-Instruction - 102100
Employee Classification: F1 - Faculty 9 Month AAUP
Bargaining Unit: Am. Assoc. Univ. Professors
Primary Location: MC AC
Job Description:
The UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO COLLEGE OF LAW invites applications to fill one or more tenure-track or tenured positions at the rank of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor. Curricular priorities include Constitutional Law and one or more of the following: upper-level business courses, professional responsibility, trusts and estates, environmental law, and intellectual property. The core responsibilities of this position include teaching courses, scholarly research and writing, and service to students, the College of Law, the University, and the broader legal community.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and must be submitted through this website: https://www.utoledo.edu/jobs/.
Inquiries can be directed to Professor Eugenio Mollo, Chair, Appointments Committee at eugenio.mollo@utoledo.edu.
Please provide a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, scholarly agenda, and names of three reference contacts upon submission.
The University of Toledo is a comprehensive metropolitan R1 public university with graduate programs in Law, Medicine, Engineering, and Pharmacy, among others. The Toledo metropolitan area, with a population of over 650,000, is located on the Western shore of Lake Erie and boasts a world-class art museum, lively cultural scene, popular Triple-A baseball team, and a very affordable cost of living.
Minimum Qualifications:
Successful candidates must have a juris doctorate with an outstanding academic record, including a record of scholarly achievement or demonstrated potential for scholarly achievement.
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.
The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.
Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.
Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Law
- 501574
- Main Campus - Academic Toledo, OH
- Academic
- Faculty - Regular
Title: Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Law
Department Org: Law-Instruction - 102100
Employee Classification: F1 - Faculty 9 Month AAUP
Bargaining Unit: Am. Assoc. Univ. Professors
Primary Location: MC AC
Job Description:
The UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO COLLEGE OF LAW invites applications to fill one or more tenure-track or tenured positions at the rank of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor. Curricular priorities include Constitutional Law and one or more of the following: upper-level business courses, professional responsibility, trusts and estates, environmental law, and intellectual property. The core responsibilities of this position include teaching courses, scholarly research and writing, and service to students, the College of Law, the University, and the broader legal community.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and must be submitted through this website: https://www.utoledo.edu/jobs/.
Inquiries can be directed to Professor Eugenio Mollo, Chair, Appointments Committee at eugenio.mollo@utoledo.edu.
Please provide a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, scholarly agenda, and names of three reference contacts upon submission.
The University of Toledo is a comprehensive metropolitan R1 public university with graduate programs in Law, Medicine, Engineering, and Pharmacy, among others. The Toledo metropolitan area, with a population of over 650,000, is located on the Western shore of Lake Erie and boasts a world-class art museum, lively cultural scene, popular Triple-A baseball team, and a very affordable cost of living.
Minimum Qualifications:
Successful candidates must have a juris doctorate with an outstanding academic record, including a record of scholarly achievement or demonstrated potential for scholarly achievement.
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.
The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.
Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.
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Entry Level Legal Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level legal associate job?
Entry level legal associate roles typically look for candidates with a relevant degree, strong research and writing skills, and at least some exposure to legal work through internships, clinics, or paralegal experience. Tailoring your resume to highlight coursework, writing samples, and any hands-on legal exposure gives you a real edge at this stage over candidates with generic applications.
Which companies hire entry level legal associates?
Companies hiring entry level legal associates right now include Harbor, Amazon, and NBCUniversal, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations that regularly bring on junior talent to support their legal teams.
Are there remote entry level legal associate jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles still favor in-office or hybrid arrangements. About 20% of entry level legal associate openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, so candidates open to on-site work will find the widest range of opportunities, particularly at firms and organizations that prefer to train junior associates in person.
Are these new grad legal associate jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior legal associate roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or law school clinic work toward its requirements, or asks for a writing sample rather than a proven case history. Look for language like "entry level," "recent graduate," or "will train" in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level legal associates?
Entry Level legal associate roles concentrate in Education, Technology & Software, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to drive junior hiring because they maintain large in-house legal functions or rely heavily on outside counsel that consistently brings on new associates to manage growing caseloads and compliance work.