Summer Associate in Los Angeles, CA

Law Firm

Los Angeles, CA

Summer Associate in Los Angeles, CA

Summer Associate

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Job Title: 2026 2L IP Litigation Summer Associate

Job Responsibilities:
As a 2L Summer Associate at the law firm, you will be entrusted with responsibilities and tasks typically assigned to junior associates. These responsibilities include:
- Writing legal documents such as briefs, motions, and client memoranda.
- Participating in depositions and witness preparation.
- Performing in-depth research on relevant case topics.

Summer associates will work directly with seasoned lawyers on substantive client matters. They will receive unparalleled mentorship, comprehensive practice and professional skills training, and experience the firm's shared values, inclusive community, and diverse practice areas firsthand.

Education and Experience Information:
The ideal candidate for the 2026 2L IP Litigation Summer Associate position should be currently enrolled and in good standing in a full-time . program at an ABA-accredited law school. Additional requirements include:
- . citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.
- Geographical ties to the office where you are interested in interviewing.
- Experience or a strong interest in working in patent litigation.
- A background in engineering, computer science, physics, biochemistry, and/or chemistry.

Salary Information:
Summer associate compensation is set to align with first-year associate salaries, which is $225,000 annually for the class of 2025. This compensation may be modified in the future. Health and wellness benefits and paid holidays may also be included.

Additional Information:
Applicants are required to submit the following documents in form:
- Resume
- Transcripts for all degrees (completed and in progress)
- Cover letter indicating the office of interest
- Writing sample (5-12 pages)

EEO Statement:
The law firm provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. The firm does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), creed, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, age, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, transgender status, domestic partner status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

Application Instructions:
As a 2L Summer Associate, you will have the opportunity to work directly with seasoned lawyers on substantive client matters, receive unparalleled mentorship, comprehensive practice and professional skills training, and experience the firm's shared values, inclusive community, and diverse practice areas firsthand.

Applications, including your resume, cover letter, and law school transcripts, may be submitted online. Application instructions can be found within each of the job postings. If applying to more than one office, please advise the recruiters in each office at the time of your interview.

Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.