Job Title: 2026 Summer Program - Litigation (2L Candidates)
H1: Join DLA Piper's 2026 Summer Program in Litigation
H2: Gain Valuable Experience in Litigation with DLA Piper
Bold Headlines:
- Join DLA Piper's 2026 Summer Program in Litigation and Grow Your Career
- DLA Piper Seeking Exceptional Law Students for 2026 Summer Program in Litigation
- Build Your Legal Skills and Network with DLA Piper's Litigation Group
- Experience the Life of a Junior Associate with DLA Piper's 10-Week Summer Program in Litigation
- DLA Piper Values Innovators and Creative Thinkers in their Litigation Group
Summary:
- DLA Piper is seeking exceptional law students to join their 2026 summer program in Litigation.
- The program is available in 15 different offices across the United States, including New York, Washington, and California.
- As a summer associate, you will receive hands-on experience in trials, appeals, and counseling, as well as pro bono opportunities.
- The 10-week program includes in-depth training, feedback and support from a dedicated team, and networking opportunities.
- Ideal candidates will have an interest in litigation and preferably have experience with Law Review or Moot Court.
- Interested candidates should apply online and indicate their preferred office location in their cover letter.
- DLA Piper does not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.
- Employees are expected to uphold the firm's values and comply with all policies and practices.
- Law students must have completed four semesters of law school before the start of the program.
- The job requires both physical and sedentary activity, including working at a computer and participating in meetings and calls.
- The weekly pay for this position, if hired to work in New York City, Washington, or California, is currently expected to be $4,326.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities during the application process.
- DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in their workforce.
Job Expectations:
- Effectively communicate with clients, lawyers, and business professionals.
- Produce quality work product and meet deadlines.
- Foster positive relationships and comply with firm policies.
- Engage in physical and sedentary activities, including working at a computer and participating in calls and meetings.
- Work under pressure and manage competing demands.
- Perform all assigned duties and tasks.
Requirements:
- Applicants must have completed four semesters of law school before the start of the 2026 Summer Program.
- The job may require sedentary work, with occasional walking and standing.
- The work environment is hybrid, with in-office expectations.
Salary Information:
- In accordance with New York City, Washington, and California's Pay Transparency Law, the weekly pay for this position is currently expected to be $4,326.
Disclaimer:
- This job description is intended to provide a concise overview of the job and may not include all responsibilities and duties.
- The job duties, requirements, and expectations may be modified at the firm's discretion.
- This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.
- Applicants must apply directly online and reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities during the application process.
Application Process:
- Interested candidates should apply online and indicate their preferred office location in their cover letter.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities during the application process.
- Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.
