Over the summer months, Seton Hall Law students sharpen their legal skills as interns in a variety of diverse settings, including federal and state agencies, compliance departments in large corporations, offices of the prosecutor and public defender, public interest groups providing social services, law firms, and sports and entertainment agencies to name a few. Read on to see what each student learned during their experience.  (Content originally posted weekly on Instagram)

Rob Campbell ’26, spent his summer as a Judicial Extern for the Hon. Paul B. Matey of the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. He shared:

“As a judicial extern, I have the special opportunity to directly assist Judge Matey and his law clerks on the matters to which they are assigned. This externship gives me an inside look at the inner workings of the federal judiciary and provides the opportunity to enhance my legal research and writing skills.”

Emma Taylor ‘25, worked at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Emma tells us:

“The best part about my summer at Simpson Thacher has been the people. The attorneys here are so special—every person I’ve worked with has been incredibly kind, understanding, and more than willing to help me learn and grow as a future attorney. I am especially grateful to Seton Hall Law alumni Kelly Johnson and Abbie Grise for their friendship and guidance!”

Justin Orsini ‘25 spent his summer in Chicago as an intern at Priority Sports & Entertainment, a full service sports agency that represents over 200 clients in the NBA, NFL, overseas basketball, coaches, front office members, and broadcasters.

“My favorite part about my summer position so far would be the interactions I have with the agents and players. I am able to see how they collaborate, learn about the player and the business of the player, and help them achieve their goals. I also enjoy interacting and meeting the players as they come into the office and getting to see them off the court as people and businessmen.”

Marisa Nardelli ‘25 was a Summer Associate at Kirkland and Ellis in Washington, D.C. She writes:

 “I have been participating in meaningful work experience on headline-grabbing matters. Working with the healthcare group has been extremely rewarding, and I am constantly learning new approaches to problems.”

David Mulcahy ‘26 was a Legal Intern with the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender, Hudson County Trial Region.

“Over the summer I have been writing briefs, appearing on the record to handle the Central Judicial Processing court, and even argued a detention hearing on behalf of a client. Although the work can be challenging, there is nothing better than successfully advocating for your client. I’ve learned a lot about the realities of our judicial system and how what we read in opinions is the product of a million different small decisions court actors make in the life of a case.”

Nicole Ng ‘25 was a Summer Associate at Haug Partners, a full-service intellectual property firm in New York City.

 “I chose this firm because of its prominence in pharmaceutical patent litigation. I work alongside attorneys and other legal professionals with advanced scientific and technical backgrounds on various cases, making this an immense honor and learning experience.”

Amanda Pumarejo is a 3L and this summer had the opportunity to intern for the Bronx District Attorney’s office under Darcel D. Clark. She tells us:

“I was placed in the grand jury bureau, and I am really loving the experience. Because I am not barred yet I am not allowed into the actual grand jury proceedings, but I am doing a lot of research for the grand jury indictments, answering time sensitive questions prior to the grand jury vote and I have more flexibility to watch trials as well as perform arraignment shifts and shadow in the complaint room. I have also stood on cases before the court and gone on the record which was really cool and a glimpse of what I will actually be doing as a prosecutor. I also got to draft my very first motion to reargue for a criminal proceeding which was a great honor that I was given such an important task. In this internship I am learning so much about the New York criminal Penal law, time restrictions placed on the prosecutors post arrest and pre-trial and I am also learning how to better write for a criminal bench which I believe is a very important skill. As of right now I am hoping to be invited back for the incoming class of Fall 2025 ADA’s. This has been a great and insightful summer.”

Natalie Greenspan, SHUL 3L & IRS Office of Chief Counsel Summer Legal Program Intern (right) is pictured with Lisa Rodriguez, SHUL J.D. Class of 2004 & LB&I Deputy Area Counsel, IRS Office of Chief Counsel. Natalie tells us:

“As an intern in the Office of Chief Counsel’s Honors Attorney Program for the Large Business & International Division, I collaborate daily with attorneys on current tax litigation and engage in research and analysis of complex tax issues.”

Lisa elaborates:

“The IRS Chief Counsel Summer Legal Program provides exposure to the Office by enabling law students to work under the supervision, and with the assistance of, experienced tax lawyers. The training and developmental assignments provide work experience that helps prepare law students for a career as a tax lawyer and give them an excellent view of what the practice of law is like at the Office of Chief Counsel.”

Alejandra Aguirre ‘25 was a Summer Associate at Lowenstein Sandler. Alejandra shares: 

“My second summer at Lowenstein has been a valuable learning experience. I am working on M&A deals with attorneys who are dedicated to teaching me, making this opportunity truly rewarding.“

Misheel Boldbaatar ‘25 was also a Summer Associate at Lowenstein Sandler. Misheel shares:

“My summer at Lowenstein Sandler has been absolutely fantastic - I really feel that the culture is incredibly unique. Every person I’ve met working there is friendly, open, and always willing to lend a hand. The collaborative and collegial atmosphere is the perfect ramp for growth as an attorney, a professional, and ultimately as a person as well.“

Emely Betancourt ‘26 spent her summer as a 1L Summer Scholar at Pfizer. She shares:

“I’m really enjoying my summer at Pfizer in the NY headquarters. Everyone has been really welcoming and open to helping in whatever way they can. I’ve worked on reviewing and assessing the legal risks in Pfizer’s consumer-facing advertisements, helped draft influencer contracts & assisted in Pfizer’s compassionate release pro bono project!”

Dhrubaa Mukherjee ‘25 worked for both the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Center for Social Justice this summer. She says:

“At the EEOC, I am focused on combating the pervasive gender pay gap, contributing to crucial efforts to ensure equitable pay practices, and advancing gender equality in the workplace. At the Center for Social Justice, I work on detention and deportation immigration cases. It is a dream come true to be involved in public service, and I am learning so much every day. The work we’re doing has real human value, and I am grateful for this incredible opportunity to make a difference.”

Simon Shapiro interned with two different public interest organizations over the past couple of months. He tells us:

“My internship with WOMANKIND has been an eye-opening journey, deepening my commitment to advocating for survivors of gender-based violence and understanding the vital role of legal support in their healing process. During my internship at the New Jersey Reentry Corporation, I’ve been inspired by Lewis Novod, a Legal Services Coordinator whose unwavering commitment to helping clients truly exemplifies the essence of reentry support.”