STEP STEP Newsletter

August, I Edition, 2011

ELSA STEP Newsletter

ELSA STEP Newsletter

Partner of ELSA International

STEP is a Student Trainee Exchange Programme that enables law students and young lawyers to gain first hand experience of the substansive and procedural law as well as the culture of another country.
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The traineeships are between 2 weeks and 2 years and can take place in any law related area: law firms, courts, public institutions, universities, banks, in-house legal departments, consulting firms and international organisations. Each year ELSA offers traineeship opportunities all over Europe and occasionally in the other parts of the world. Before and during the traineeship, ELSA provides assistance in finding accommodation, applying for visas, when necessary, and organising social events to involve the trainee in the daily life of the local community. In this catalogue, you will find the available traineeship opportunities. For further information and guidelines to how to fill in the application form, check http://www.elsa.org/traineeships/howtoapply.html or contact your Local ELSA Group. Do not forget, the applications sent directly to the employers will not be taken into consideration.

Germany ..................................................................................................................................................3 Italy ..........................................................................................................................................................6 Poland ......................................................................................................................................................8 Romania .................................................................................................................................................10 Slovakia ..................................................................................................................................................12 Slovenia ..................................................................................................................................................14 Switzerland ..............................................................................................................................................16 USA ......................................................................................................................................................18

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Germany

TRAINEESHIP ID: TN-DE/12 STEP Employer: Gohmann Rechtsanwalte Abogados Advokat Steuerberater Partnerschaft City: Hannover

GENERAL INFORMATION

Organisation Type: ELSA Group:

DESCRIPTION OF THE EMPLOYER

Law Firm ELSA Hannover

As a leading commercial law firm with over 90 lawyers and civil law notaries and offices in Berlin, Brunswick, Bremen, Frankfurt am Main, Hannover, Leipzig, Magdeburg and Barcelona Gohmann Rechtsanwalte are covering all traditional areas of business law. Their services include legal advice and representation in court as well as civil law notarial work.

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INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRAINEESHIP

Tasks:

The trainee will be introduced to a German law firm. They will attend to client meeting s and attend court hearings. 350 per month - accommodation provided. 01st September 2011 31st March 2012 4 weeks Undergraduate Civil Law, Industrial & Intellectual Property, Information Technology Law, Private International Law, Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Competition Law. English, German

Net salary:
ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Preferred Start Date: Preferred End Date: Duration of the traineeship: Required Graduation Level:
LEGAL STUDIES

General level:

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Good:
INFORMATION ABOUT HANNOVER

Hannover is the capitel of the federal state of Lower Sayony (Niedersachsen), Germany. With a population of round about half a million people the city is a major centre of northern Germany, known for hosting annual commercial expositions such as the Hannover Fair and the CeBIT. Every year Hannover hosts the Schtzenfest Hannover, the worlds largest Marksmens Fun Fair, and the Oktoberfest Hannover, which is the second largest Oktoberfest in the world. In 2000, Hannover hosted the world fair Expo 2000. The Hannover fairground, due to numerous extensions, especially for the Expo 2000, is the largest in the world. Hannover is also of national importance because of its universities and medical school, its international airport, and its large zoo. The citys central station, Hannover Hauptbahnhof, is a hub of the German high-speed ICE network. It is the starting point of the Hannover-Wrzburg high-speed rail line and offers many international and national connections.

DO NOT MISS THE DEADLINE TO APPLY: 15th August 2011

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TRAINEESHIP ID: TN-DE/13 STEP Employer: Motorola Solutions Germany GmbH City: Berlin
GENERAL INFORMATION

Organisation Type: ELSA Group:

DESCRIPTION OF THE EMPLOYER

Telecommunications industry ELSA Berlin

Motorola Solutions is a leading provider of mission-critical communication products and services for enterprise and government customers.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRAINEESHIP

Tasks:

Trainee will serve as the point of contact on various legal matters, mainly relating to contacts for the sale of telecommunication equipment; Daily contact with members of multi-cultural/multidisciplinary project teams by phone/mail.

Gross salary:
ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

1200 per month. 8th August 2011 7th August 2012 12 months Graduated.

Preferred Start Date: Preferred End Date: Duration of the traineeship: Required Graduation Level:
LEGAL STUDIES

Advanced level: General level:

Civil Law, Contract Law; Industrial & Intellectual Property Law; Commercial Law; Competition Law; EuroGeneral level: pean Competition Law. It is preferable for the candidates to hold a Diploma in French law (Master in law, business or international law, DJCE or similar...). English and French.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Fluent:
INFORMATION ABOUT BERLIN

Berlin is Germany`s largest city located in northeastern Germany, it is the center of the Berlin/Brandenburg Metropolitan Region, compromising 5 million people from over 190 nations. It is a metropolis which has a special flair, restless, a city with contrasts: elegant boulevards and alternative-scene districts, exciting nightlife downtown and residing between everything is the government of our country.

DO NOT MISS THE DEADLINE TO APPLY: 08th August 2011

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Italy

TRAINEESHIP ID: TN-IT/04 STEP Employer: Giambrone Law ILP City: Palermo

GENERAL INFORMATION

Organisation Type: ELSA Group:

DESCRIPTION OF THE EMPLOYER

Law Firm ELSA Italy

Giambrone Law Office is an award-winnig Italian Law Firm with offices in Milan, Rome, Palermo and overseas offices in London, New York, Sao Paolo and Casablanca. Our clients are split almost equally between businesses, corporations and private individuals. The firm uses its four divisions International and Italian Real Estate, Litigation, Corporate & Commercial and Private Client - to form an Italian law firm with a wide range of expertise that compliments, and actively contributes to each division.

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INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRAINEESHIP

Tasks: Net salary:

ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Trainee will be responsible for legal research, drafting of documents and legal translations. 300 per month October 2011 December 2011 3 3 Graduate Civil Law, Contract Law, Family and Inheritance Law, Private International Law, Property Law, Banking Law, Commercial Law, Corporate Law, International Taxation Consumer Protection Law. Tax Law English French

Preferred Start Date: Preferred End Date: Minimum months: Maximum months: Required Graduation Level:
LEGAL STUDIES

Advanced level:

General level: Fluent: Good:

LANGUAGE SKILLS

INFORMATION ABOUT PALERMO

Perched in the Tyrrhenian Sea, Palermo is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. Palermo boasts a unique mixture of different art styles, testifying the peaceful integration between peoples from various countries, such as Byzantines, Arabs, Normans and Spaniards, making it the crossroad to the Mediterranean Sea. Nowadays, Palermo is one of the most visited cities in Italy for its touristic attractions, its perfect climate and delicious food. Besides, Palermo has a tradition of university city and many students choose to study here. As a result, the Atheneum comprises various courses of study and living costs are affordable.

DO NOT MISS THE DEADLINE TO APPLY: 31st August 2011

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Poland

TRAINEESHIP ID: TN-PL/06 STEP Employer: Sojka & Maciak Adwokaci sp.k. City: Poznan

GENERAL INFORMATION

Organisation Type: ELSA Group:

DESCRIPTION OF THE EMPLOYER

Law Firm ELSA Poland

SOJKA & MACIAK - ATTONEYS AT LAW is one of the biggest las firms in Wielkopolska Region. Thanks to its offices in Poznan and Warsaw, provides professional and quick service in specialised law fields to Clients all over the country. The Law firm offers professional service in specialized areas of law. The services rendered in English, German, French and Italian. The law firm is the unique polish member of Alliuris Group - Alliance of International Business Lawyers.

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INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRAINEESHIP

Tasks:

The trainee will be responsible for legal research, legal translations as well as drafiting of documents concerning different branches of law. Trainee would also have an opportunity to participate in the international projects realized by law firms.

Net salary:
ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

200 per month 1st September 2011 30th October 2011 2 months Undergraduate International Taxation; Private International Law; Comparative Law. Industrial & Intellectual Property Law; Information Technology Law; International Arbitration; Mergers and Transport Law; Securities (share, stocks, bonds.) Ukrainian/Russian Polish

Preferred Start Date: Preferred End Date: Duration of the traineeship: Required Graduation Level:
LEGAL STUDIES

Advanced level: General level:

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Fluent: Good:
INFORMATION ABOUT POZNAN

Pozna is a city on the Warta river in west-central Poland, with a population of 556,022. It is among the oldest cities in Poland, and was one of the most important centres in the early Polish state, whose first rulers were buried at Poznas cathedral. It is sometimes claimed to be the first capital of the kingdom of Poland. Pozna is now Polands fifth largest city. It is the historical capital of the Wielkopolska (Greater Poland) region, and is currently the administrative capital of the province called Greater Poland Voivodeship. Pozna is an important centre of trade, industry, and education, and hosts regular international trade fairs.

DO NOT MISS THE DEADLINE TO APPLY: 01st of September 2011

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Romania

TRAINEESHIP ID: TN-RO/04 STEP Employer: Mereuta Lacramioara City: Iasi

GENERAL INFORMATION

Organisation Type: ELSA Group:

DESCRIPTION OF THE EMPLOYER

Bailiff - Court orders` ELSA Iasi

Court orders` enforcement officer. Liberal Profession with responsibilities established by Law no. 188/2000 of bailiffs.

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Organisation Type: ELSA Group:

DESCRIPTION OF THE EMPLOYER

Bailiff - Court orders` enforcement officer ELSA Iasi

Court orders` enforcement officer. Liberal Profession with responsibilities established by Law no. 188/2000 of bailiffs.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRAINEESHIP

Tasks: Net salary:

ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Trainee will be drafting legal documents and participating in the daily routine of the office.

Unpaid - Accomodation, transportation, 1 meal per day are provided. 10th October 2011 31st October 2011 3 weeks Undergraduate Civil Law, Civil Procedure, Commercial Law. English

Preferred Start Date: Preferred End Date: Duration of the traineeship: Required Graduation Level:
LEGAL STUDIES

Advanced level:
LANGUAGE SKILLS

Good:
INFORMATION ABOUT IASI

Iasi is the second most populous city and a municipality in Romania. Located in the historical Moldavia region, this city has been a symbol in Romanian history and it is said that there should be no Romanian who does not know of it. It is also the second largest university centre in the country and accommodates over 75,000 students. The social and cultural life revolves around the Vasile Alecsandri National Theater (the oldest in Romania), the Moldova State Philharmonic, the Opera House, the Tatarasi Athenaeum, a famous Botanical Garden (the oldest and largest in Romania), the Central University Library (the oldest in Romania), the high quality cultural centres and festivals, an array of museums, memorial houses, religious and historical monuments. Moldavian people are well known for their hospitality and love of life, and this is surely what you will experience among ELSA Iasis members.

DO NOT MISS THE DEADLINE TO APPLY: 15th August 2011

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Slovakia

TRAINEESHIP ID: TN-SK/04 STEP Employer: Trnava Univesity in Trnava, Faculty of Law City: Trnava
GENERAL INFORMATION

Organisation Type: ELSA Group:

DESCRIPTION OF THE EMPLOYER

Educational Institute ELSA Trnava

Trnava University in Trnava, Faculty of Law is an important center of education and scientific research with an emphasis on Christian moral principles, basic democratic principles of rule of law and full independence from political and economic power. Historical Trnava University is one of the oldest universities in Slovakia. Trnava University was founded in 1635 by Cardinal Peter Pzman, when there were four faculties: theology, art, legal and medical. Slovak National Council restored Trnava University in 1992. Nowadays university has five faculties: theology, arts, law, education and health care and social work.

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INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRAINEESHIP

Tasks:

Net salary:
ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Trainee will write an article or a thesis on a legal subject in the field of Public International Law, including necessary research. The trainee can choose subject after his/her liking. This theme should be clarified between the Faculty of Law and the trainee before the traineeship starts. The trainee is welcome to present the desired subject in the application.

400 per month

Preferred Start Date: Preferred End Date: Duration of the traineeship: Required Graduation Level:
LEGAL STUDIES

01st October 2011 30th November 2011 4 weeks Undergraduate Public International Law. English

Advanced level:
LANGUAGE SKILLS

Fluent:
INFORMATION ABOUT TRNAVA

Trnava, one of the most important cities in Slovakia, is situated at a distance of 45 km from the Slovak capital, Bratislava. The first written evidence dates from the 1211th. The rich history of Trnava has left significant traces across the city, in a number of historical monuments. Visitors can see the town tower, town hall, baroque complex of buildings of Trnava University and especially well known churches that make Trnava adjective Little Rome. You can also find there a rich social, cultural and sporting life, which is provided by cinemas, theatre, museum, pubs, sport stadiums. ELSA Trnava will be happy to arrange social events for the trainee as well as accomodation.

DO NOT MISS THE DEADLINE TO APPLY: 15th August 2011

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Slovenia

TRAINEESHIP ID: TN-SL/01 STEP Employer: CeGD Centre for eGovernance Development for South East Europe City: Ljubljana
GENERAL INFORMATION

Organisation Type: ELSA Group:

DESCRIPTION OF THE EMPLOYER

Public - Private Partnership ELSA Ljubljana

The CeGD acknowledges the importance of regional cooperation and the role of public-private partnership for the successful development of single South East Europe information space and inclusive information society. We develop our activities within the evolving methodology of CeGD 7 ePillars model of eGovernance, namely; eGovernment, eDemocracy, eBusiness, eEducation & eResearch & eCulture, eHealth, eJustice and eSecurity. Each pillar is structured within the three key components; proper policy environment, legal framework and ICT business solutions. With knowledge transfer on good governance solutions, we are giving our contribution for South East Europe today for the success of the European continent of tomorrow.
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INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRAINEESHIP

Tasks:

Net salary:
ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Trainee will be responsible for Legal dimension of Accession of Western Balkans to the EU, Negotiation process with chapters related to media and information society.

350 per month

Preferred Start Date: Preferred End Date: Duration of the Traineeship: Required Graduation Level:
LEGAL STUDIES

1st October 2011 31st October 2011 4 weeks Undergraduate Legal Theory, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law English

Advanced level:
LANGUAGE SKILLS

Fluent:
INFORMATION ABOUT LJUBLJANA

Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, is a central European city lying between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, in a basin where the Ljubljanica river flows into the Sava. It has all the facilities of a modern capital, and yet it has preserved its small-town friendliness and relaxed atmosphere. It is a vibrant city full of surprises. Its surrounding areas, packed with natural beauty and cultural sights bearing witness to the citys dynamic history, are renowned for their walking, hiking and cycle trails and a wide variety of culinary delights. For more info visit: http://www.visitljubljana.si/en/ljubljana-and-more/

DO NOT MISS THE DEADLINE TO APPLY: 15th August 2011

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Switzerland

TRAINEESHIP ID: TN-CH/02 STEP Employer: De Preux, Besso & Schmidt City: Lausanne
GENERAL INFORMATION

Organisation Type: ELSA Group:

DESCRIPTION OF THE EMPLOYER

Notary ELSA Switzerland

De Preux, Besso & Schmidt is the civil law notary involved in real estate, company law, estate planing and management (including tax law.)

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INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRAINEESHIP

Tasks:

Net salary:
ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Trainee will be responsible for drafting contracts, international estate management. Trainee will be assisting the board member by making useful and short legal research.

2400 CHF per month

Preferred Start Date: Preferred End Date: Duration of the Traineeship: Required Graduation Level:
LEGAL STUDIES

1st February 2012 31st March 2012 8 weeks Graduated Civil Law; Family and Inheritance law; Private International Law; Corporate Law. Contract Law; Property Law; International taxation; Commercial Law; Comparative Law English

Advanced level: General level:

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Fluent:
INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSANNE

Lausanne is a city in Romandy the French-speaking part of Switzerland, and is the capital of the canton of Vaud. The seat of the district of Lausanne, the city is situated on the shores of Lake Geneva. It faces the French town of vian-les-Bains, with the Jura mountains to its north-west. Lausanne is located 62 km northeast of Geneva. Its population of 125,885, making it the fourth largest city of the country, with the entire agglomeration area having over 330,000 inhabitants. Lausanne is very cultural and attractive city for the foreigners throughout the world.

DO NOT MISS THE DEADLINE TO APPLY: 15th December 2011

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USA

TRAINEESHIP ID: TN-EI/04 STEP Employer: Butzel Long City: Detroit

GENERAL INFORMATION

Organisation Type: ELSA Group:

DESCRIPTION OF THE EMPLOYER

Law Firm ELSA International

We are leading US Law Firm with over 170 lawyers and offices throughout Michigan and in strategic locations in New York, Washington DC, Meexico and China. The Firms practice ranges from clients on the cutting edge of technology and innovation to traditional industrial and manufacturing giants. We also have special expertise with global trade and international bussiness issues. Since our foundation in 1854, we have maintained a direct focus on meeting clients needs throughout the world with creativity and superlative service.

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INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRAINEESHIP

Tasks:

Trainee may handle day to day activities covering client related, analytical and administrative tasks, including drafting legal documents, memorandums, research, participating in meetings, assisting with practice management tasks. Trainee may handle day to day activities covering client related, analytical and administrative tasks, including drafting legal documents, memorandums, research, participating in meetings, assisting with practice management tasks.

Net salary: Fringe Benefits:

ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

400 $ per month Covering the costs for US attorney preparation fees and significant J programme fees also reimbursement of $200 for the visa costs. 1st September 2011 31st December 2011 4 months Undergraduate Private International Law; Commercial Law; Corporate Law. Civil Law; Contract Law.. English

Preferred Start Date: Preferred End Date: Duration of the Traineeship: Required Graduation Level:
LEGAL STUDIES

Advanced level: General level:

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Fluent:
INFORMATION ABOUT DETROIT

Detroit is the largest city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the seat of Wayne County. Detroit is a major port city on the Detroit River, in the Midwest region of the United States. Many of the areas prominent museums are located in the historic cultural center neighborhood around Wayne State University. Detroit is well known as a sport city and a nice place for studies.

DO NOT MISS THE DEADLINE TO APPLY: 08th August 2011

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TRAINEESHIPS IN THE COUNCIL OF EUROPE City: Strasbourg

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRAINEESHIPS

Required Graduation Level: Net salary:

Undergraduate Unpaid, but the Council of Europe will provide the reccommendation letters for each trainee for the possible grant applications. The list of possible accommodation places is available on request. Special application form for these traineeships can be found at elsa.org.

Accommodation:

POSSIBLE TRAINEESHIP DEPARTMENTS

a) Parliamentary Assembly b) Internal Audit c) Secretariat of the Committee of Ministers d) Office of the Commissioner for Human Rights e) Registry of the European Court of Human Rights Research and Library Division f ) Registry of the European Court of Human Rights Case-law Information and Publications Division g) Registry of the European Court of Human Rights Just satisfaction Division h) Registry of the European Court of Human Rights Legal Division i) Staff Committee j) Congress of local and regional Authorities k) Directorate General of Democracy and Political Affairs Application deadline:

l) Directorate of External relations - Department of Relations with International Organisations and Non-Member States m) Directorate of External relations Protocol Department n) Directorate of Strategic Planning o) Directorate of Legal Advice and Public International Law p) Directorate of Communication q) Directorate General of Administration and Logistics r) Directorate General of Human Rights and Legal Affairs

TRAINEESHIP PERIOD: JANUARY - MARCH TN-CoE/01

15th September

DO NOT MISS THE APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR TN-CoE/01: 15th September 2011

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