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 Summer Associate - Finance & Transactions

Job Responsibilities:
As a 2026 Summer Associate in the Finance & Transactions department, candidates will be expected to engage in a variety of tasks designed to integrate them into the legal practice and prepare them for a future role as an associate. Responsibilities include:

- Participating in substantive work assignments that reflect the interests and focus areas of the candidate within the Finance & Transactions practice.
- Engaging in observation opportunities to gain firsthand experience of legal proceedings and client interactions.
- Attending training sessions aimed at enhancing legal skills and knowledge, with the goal of translating these experiences into future success as an associate.
- Collaborating with team members and contributing to the department's projects and goals.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates applying for the Summer Associate position are required to be s, which indicates they are in their second year of law school. The application process requires:

- A resume detailing educational background and any relevant experience.
- An unofficial copy of the first-year law school transcript. If second-semester grades are unavailable at the time of application, candidates should submit their first-semester grades and provide an updated transcript once available.
- A cover letter expressing interest in the Finance & Transactions practice area and the specific location of the Los Angeles office.

While students from all law schools are encouraged to apply, a geographic tie to the Los Angeles office is requested.

Salary Information:
The compensation for the 2026 Finance & Transactions Summer Associate position is $225,000 annually.

Benefits Information:
The law firm offers a comprehensive benefits package to its summer associates, which includes:

- A competitive base salary that is commensurate with the class year and experience.
- Opportunities for professional development through firm-provided training and development programs, promoting continuous learning and career growth.
- A work-life balance supported by a hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
- Additional perks such as employee discount programs, pre-tax commuter benefits, backup child and elder care, Milk Stork services, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The law firm is committed to equal employment opportunities and values diversity. Applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (provided the applicant can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The firm also participates in E-verify.

Applicants requiring special assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability are encouraged to contact the law firm’s recruiting team for support.