Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Nelson Mullins traces its origins to 1897 and developed from a South Carolina practice into a broader firm through expansion and combinations. Its history includes the addition of former South Carolina governor Richard Riley and the establishment of a formal pro bono committee in 1990. Those developments reflect connections to both commercial practice and public service.

Its summer associate program places students on current client matters under attorney supervision. Summer associates participate on practice teams, attend training, and receive experienced-attorney mentors. Associate workflow coordinators help balance assignments and provide exposure to a variety of projects, giving the program a defined structure for allocating work.

For new associates, the firm describes placement on established practice teams, formal mentoring, and training on substantive law, business, and marketing. These details provide students with a practical picture of the transition from a summer program into associate work, including how assignments, professional relationships, and broader career development are supported.