Legal and Compliance Intern (WMP)

About WM Partners 

WM Partners is a middle-market private equity firm specializing in buyout investments in the health and wellness sector. WM Partners seeks to acquire small and medium size businesses with attractive growth prospects and generate sustainable, long-term value through its operational expertise in the health and wellness sector, and strategic business approach working in collaboration with experienced management teams. WM Partners is certified as a diverse-owned firm by the National Association of Investment.  Learn more at https://wmplp.com/  

About the Role 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and intellectually curious full time Legal Intern to join our Compliance & Legal team. This role is ideal for current 2L or 3L J.D. candidates, as well as recent law school graduates, who are interested in private equity, regulatory compliance, and the real-world practice of in-house counsel.

What makes this role unique is our hands-on operational model: in addition to managing fund-level legal matters, we also provide day-to-day legal services to our portfolio companies in the health and wellness space. As an intern, you’ll gain exposure to both sides of the legal profession—supporting private equity transactions and compliance initiatives while also engaging with in-house legal issues like contracts, intellectual property, and marketing law. 

This is a rare opportunity to experience the intersection of finance, health & wellness, law, and technology in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting. 

This role is available on a full-time, part-time, or flexible basis, with the possibility of remote or hybrid arrangements depending on candidate location and availability.

Responsibilities 

While the role is flexible and adaptive, key areas of engagement may include: 

• Private Equity & Compliance Support 

• Research regulatory frameworks including the Investment Advisers Act, SEC rules, AML, cybersecurity, and privacy (HIPAA, GDPR, state laws). 

• Assist in updating compliance manuals, risk assessments, and internal policies. 

• Help track regulatory trends impacting investment management and health/wellness brands. 

• In-House Counsel Exposure (Portfolio Companies) 

• Support drafting and reviewing basic commercial contracts (NDAs, vendor agreements, brand partnerships). 

• Conduct research and assist with corporate governance matters, such as board consents and entity records. 

• Assist in IP portfolio tracking (trademark filings, brand protection research). 

• Review and provide input on marketing materials, product labels, and social media campaigns for FDA/FTC compliance. 

• Research and summarize developments in technology law, privacy, and digital advertising relevant to wellness brands. 

• File Management & Administrative Functions 

• Maintain and organize legal files, contracts, and compliance documents in electronic systems. 

• Support document tracking, version control, and internal database management. 

• Assist with scheduling, preparation of meeting materials, and other administrative tasks as needed to support the legal team. 

Ideal Candidate 

• Current 2L or 3L J.D. candidate at an accredited law school. 

• Strong interest in private equity, investment management, or in-house counsel practice. 

• Excellent research, writing, and organizational skills, with attention to detail. 

• Professional, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. 

• Familiarity with securities, health law, privacy, or advertising regulations is a plus, but not required. 

What You’ll Gain 

• Exposure to private equity transactions and compliance frameworks that shape modern investment firms. 

• Real-world experience in in-house counsel work, including contracts, governance, intellectual property, and marketing law. 

• Practical skills in legal operations and file management that are critical to supporting any legal team. 

• Hands-on involvement in the day-to-day legal operations of portfolio companies. 

• Mentorship from a team with backgrounds in law, compliance, finance, and health & wellness. 

• Flexibility to balance academic commitments with professional development in a long-term internship role. 

Compensation & Duration 

• Flexible, ongoing internship tailored to law school schedules. 

• Compensation: Paid 

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States. WM Partners is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status or any other legally protected factor.