Legal Intern

About Us: Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250 leader in global automotive retail, operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S., Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience, including vehicle sales, financing, aftersales service, and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, Group 1 is investing in the people, technology, and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief, that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees. At Group 1, our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted, challenged, and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect, you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward. Overview:

Group 1 Automotive, Inc. is seeking a 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.

 

 

 

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all applicable pre-employment requirements in accordance with federal, state, and local law.