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Amanda C. Nugent Amanda C. Nugent
Director of Talent & Diversity
anugent@carmodylaw.com
203.784.3179
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Professional Staff

As one of Connecticut’s leading law firms for more than 100 years, we have built our reputation on a commitment to excellence, highly personalized, cost-effective client service and outstanding results. Our commitment to client service is recognized not only by clients, but also by some of the world’s leading legal directories and research organizations including Chambers USA, U.S. News – Best Lawyers® and BTI Consulting’s Client Service A-Team Report. In addition, Carmody is recognized by the Hearst Connecticut Media Group as a 2024 Top Workplace.

Carmody’s professional staff members contribute essential support and services throughout the firm. We have an experienced team of paralegals and legal assistants that deliver on our commitment to client service every day. The firm’s administrative and business team comprises Business Development and Marketing, Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, and Information Technology.

“I have absolutely loved working for Carmody…I have been treated wonderfully by management and have always been made to feel like part of the team.”

Xinia Vasquez, Paralegal

We welcome staff members who are motivated to work as part of a team and are committed to delivering exemplary service.

Carmody recognizes that our differences make us a stronger team. We nurture a collegial and inclusive culture valuing all who contribute to the success of the firm. Visit our Inclusion page for more on our diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.

We also support our team of professional staff through a robust compensation and benefits package, including extensive vacation, sick and personal leave, paid parental leave, long-term and short-term disability benefits, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, and a profit-sharing plan with employer contribution. 

Current Openings

Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP and its Diversity Equity and Inclusion (“DEI”) Team now offer summer internship programs which include opportunities for individuals who are not in law school. The purpose of Carmody’s DEI Summer Internship is to expose a Summer Intern with little or no prior experience in law to the many careers available at a law firm. Interns will learn about the roles and responsibilities of attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, marketing professionals, human resources professionals, operations professionals, and finance professionals. The Summer Intern assists with general office activities in an active law firm environment, as determined and directed by the Summer Intern Coordinators. The Summer Intern will also have an opportunity to learn about the firm’s varied practice areas and to shadow firm members as appropriate.   Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Assist lawyers, paralegals and legal assistants with research, writing, data entry, managing files and flow of paperwork, such as organizing and filing documents as directed.
  • Assist the firm’s Finance Team with organizing and filing documents and retrieving information from accounts payable and client billing files as requested.
  • Assist the firm’s Business Development and Marketing Team with the creation of promotional materials, including PowerPoint presentations and other marketing material preparation.
  • Assist with preparations for and attend DEI and marketing events as requested.
  • Assist firm lawyers and paralegals with special projects and attend firm events and programs as appropriate.
  Qualifications:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and problem-solving ability
  • Creativity and resourcefulness to seek out information/answers as required (internally and externally)
  • Attention to detail; ability to execute projects accurately
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook
  • Knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint helpful but not required
  Interested Applicants: Please submit a current resume and a personal statement describing your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion to recruit@carmodylaw.com. Applications close February 7, 2024.  
A 2024 Summer Intern described her experience at Carmody the following way: “My experience at Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey has been invaluable. The Carmody team provided noteworthy mentorship and invested in my professional growth in and out of the office. I shadowed depositions, hearings, and court proceedings, complemented by rigorous research projects that exposed me to various practice areas. Moreover, I engaged in several development workshops and seminars. Beyond the office, numerous social events and networking opportunities allowed me to connect with fellow professionals in the legal field. It has been an honor to work with Carmody, and I now have a deeper understanding and appreciation of what it takes to be a good lawyer.”


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