Summer Associate in Charlotte, NC

Law Firm

Charlotte, NC

Summer Associate in Charlotte, NC

Summer Associate

No

You will be able to indicate your practice area of choice during the interview process and will have the opportunity to discuss your interests with the recruiting team.

Will I have the opportunity to attend professional development programs?
Yes. The firm’s Professional Development Department develops a new summer associate curriculum each year, designed to enhance your knowledge and technical skills and your transition to practicing lawyer.

What if I cannot attend the firm’s summer program for the entire summer?
We typically prefer summer associates to spend their full summer in one office so their experience is fulsome and uninterrupted, but we consider requests to split within **Members Only** offices on a case-by-case basis.

Charlotte IP 2L Summer Associate Opportunity at **Members Only** Law Firm

- Seeking smart, imaginative, and hard-working 2L law students for summer associate position in Intellectual Property practice at **Members Only** law firm in Charlotte, NC.
- Recruitment focused on candidates interested in IP Procurement and Portfolio Management; and IP Litigation practice groups.
- Summer Associate Program designed to provide full picture of firm, with active mentoring, exposure to clients, practices, lawyers, and culture.
- Selection criteria includes strong interest in IP practice, Bachelor's/Advanced degree in relevant field, excellent academic credentials and communication skills, ability to work independently and in a team, and commitment to client service.
- Application process open until program is filled, materials required include resume, law school and undergraduate transcripts, cover letter, and writing sample.
- Weekly pay rates for summer associates prorated based on first year associate salary and in 2025 ranged from $3, to $4, depending on office location and/or practice.
- **Members Only** Management Committee will determine 2026 summer associate salary prior to program start date and may vary by office.
- **Members Only** is a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located across five continents in more than 40 offices, known for innovation, imagination, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Firm values diversity and takes a holistic approach to career evolution of all professionals.
- Summer associate program provides real-life experience, with opportunities to accompany lawyers to key events and receive regular feedback and mentorship.
- FAQs provided for potential candidates, including information on application process, agenda for office interviews, travel reimbursement, start and end dates of summer program, mentorship and training, work assignments, feedback, billable hours expectations, pro bono opportunities, insurance benefits, permanent offer rates, social activities, and hiring of 1Ls.
- Emphasis on diversity and equal employment opportunity, with policy against discrimination based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, etc.
- Inclusive and socially conscious environment, with commitment to pro bono work and community impact.
- E-Verify used for employment eligibility verification.
- Submit application online through firm's website.