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Disney Lawyers in Film Training Program

The Disney Lawyers in Film Training (D-LIFT) Program is an immersive development program in the Legal Department of Disney Entertainment, Studios. Designed for recent law school graduates, D-LIFT Associates receive mentorship from experienced Studio Legal attorneys, participate in professional development training focused on practical skills for thriving in an in-house studio legal environment, engage in substantive legal work, and get hands-on experience on legal matters arising during the course of the development and production of live action and animated feature films across Walt Disney Pictures, 20th Century Studios, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and other Studio legal teams.

Program Snapshot:

  • Program Timeline: 13 months
  • Time Commitment: Part Time (June - August), and Full Time for the remainder of the program year
  • Recruitment Frequency: Once a year

Program Qualifications and Requirements

Basic qualifications:

  • Intend to take a California Bar Exam
  • Previous professional experience, ideally working in a law office or studio/media company, including internships
  • Desire for a career in the entertainment business, specifically motion picture production
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage confidential information
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well in a team environment

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Available remotely part time (4 hours/week) from June-August, then full time and in person for the remainder of the program year.
  • Ability to relocate to the Los Angeles area

  • Rising 3L, graduating from a U.S. ABA-accredited law school in May/June of the program year in recruitment.

Disney Lawyers in Film Training Benefits

  • PAID TIME OFF

    Vacation and sick leave are available for full time positions. Vacation and personal holidays are accrued based on length of service, position, and hours worked.

  • WELLNESS PROGRAMS

    We offer on-site fitness classes in addition to a variety of health and wellness programs and seminars.

  • CAREER DEVELOPMENT

    We support growth and development for all our employees and cast through online learning tools and programs designed to foster inclusion.

  • FLEXIBILITY @ DISNEY
  • PARK ADMISSION

    Complimentary theme park admission for full-time and part-time positions after two weeks of employment

  • EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS

    Discounts are available at select hotels, dining, merchandise and recreation locations.

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