Trenk Isabel Siddiqi & Shahdanian P.C. is a dynamic workplace consisting of talented attorneys and staff who value community, serve in leadership roles in many regional legal organizations, and work in cutting-edge areas of the law. We are committed to fostering a positive culture that is reflective of the diversity of our team, our community and our clients. We are keenly aware that high-quality client work comes from high-caliber legal minds and a work culture of collaboration and mentorship. We seek candidates who embrace our team dynamic.

OPEN POSITIONS

2027 2L Summer Associate

Location: New Jersey (Split time between our Livingston and Hackensack offices)
Workplace: Fully On-Site (No Remote Work)
Position Type: Temporary | 10-Week Summer Program

Build Your Legal Career Where the Work Matters

Law school teaches you the law. Our Summer Associate Program shows you what it takes to practice it.

At Trenk Isabel Siddiqi & Shahdanian P.C., our summer associates are not observers, they are contributors. You’ll work alongside experienced attorneys on sophisticated matters, gain meaningful client exposure, and experience the pace, expectations, and collaboration that define a successful legal career.

This is not a traditional day job summer position. Our practice moves quickly, deadlines matter, and our clients expect responsiveness. We’re looking for students who thrive in a high-energy environment, embrace urgency, and want to begin building the habits of exceptional attorneys.

If you’re looking for a challenging, hands-on experience and believe you want to build your career in private practice after law school, we’d like to meet you.

What You’ll Do

As a Summer Associate, you will:

• Work directly with attorneys on active client matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Attend court proceedings, depositions, client meetings, and other proceedings when appropriate.
• Gain exposure to multiple practice areas and learn how legal strategy supports business objectives.
• Develop meaningful relationships with attorneys and staff while experiencing our collaborative office culture.
• Receive feedback and mentoring throughout the program.

Practice Areas

Summer Associates may gain experience in one or more of the following practice areas:

• Commercial Litigation
• Corporate Restructuring
• Environmental Law
• Government Representation
• Healthcare and Pharmacy
• Labor and Employment
• Land Use and Redevelopment

Qualifications

We’re looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Current 2L standing at an accredited law school.
• A strong interest in one or more of our practice areas.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Exceptional writing, communication, and organizational abilities.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Initiative, intellectual curiosity, and a strong work ethic.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Leadership experience through school, community, or professional involvement.

Why Trenk Isabel Siddiqi & Shahdanian P.C.?

We believe great lawyers are developed through meaningful experience, direct mentorship, and challenging work. Our Summer Associate Program is designed to provide an authentic view of life at a growing New Jersey law firm while giving you opportunities to make real contributions from day one.

We’re looking for future colleagues, not just summer associates.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Writing Sample
• Law School Transcript

Please send all application materials to rcordero@tisslaw.com

Senior-Level Associates

Trenk Isabel Siddiqi & Shahdanian P.C. is seeking well-qualified Senior-level associates to join its Livingston and Hackensack, New Jersey offices. The candidates must have a minimum of 5+ years of experience in commercial litigation, environmental law, land use and redevelopment, labor and employment, or municipal law. All interested candidates are required to submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample.

Responsibilities:

• Handle all aspects of commercial litigation matters, including discovery, court appearances, depositions, motions, experts, and client management.
• Handle environmental matters involving air quality, environmental litigation, real estate, regulated lands, site remediation, solid waste, and water quality.
• Knowledge of land use and redevelopment procedures and rules, particularly as they pertain to securing land use and redevelopment approvals within the state.
• Knowledge in employment counseling, HR training & policies, employment litigation, and investigations.
• Experience in interacting with various municipal departments as well as applicable state regulatory agencies and knowledge in local government statues.

Qualifications:

• Excellent researching skills.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• Must be bar admitted in the State of New Jersey.

Trenk Isabel Siddiqi & Shahdanian P.C provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

To submit your cover letter, resume, and writing sample or learn more about our open roles, please contact Chief Administrative Officer, Rex Cordero at rcordero@tisslaw.com.