Summer Associate in Irvine, CA

Law Firm

Irvine, CA

Summer Associate in Irvine, CA

Summer Associate

No

Job Title: 2026 2L Summer Associate (Nationwide)

Job Responsibilities:
The Summer Associate Program at the law firm provides rising second-year law students with the opportunity to engage in a variety of legal tasks and gain firsthand experience in the legal field. Summer associates will:

- Work on numerous projects with different lawyers across various practice areas.
- Observe and, when possible, assist in trials, hearings, depositions, and negotiations.
- Participate in client meetings and closings.
- Undertake substantive and challenging work assignments, including Pro Bono matters.
- Receive mentoring from partners and associates.
- Engage in a collaborative work environment.
- Attend writing skills training sessions.
- Receive guidance and detailed feedback on work product.
- Network at various social events.
- Participate in interactive training workshops, including M&A and deposition skills.

The program is designed to provide a realistic view of practicing law and equip summer associates with the tools to take ownership of their careers.

Education and Experience Information:
Applicants for the 2L Summer Associate position must be rising second-year law students who will graduate between December 2026 and June 2027. The law firm seeks students who demonstrate:

- Innovative thinking.
- Strong communication skills.
- A drive for achievement.
- Interpersonal savvy.
- Excellence in client service.
- The ability to be collaborative team members.

Preferred qualifications include outstanding academic credentials, superior writing skills, and membership in Law Review, Journal, or Moot Court.

Salary Information:
The expected salary wage for this position is $4,327 per week.

Legal Terminology and Requirements:
The law firm is committed to the professional development and career aspirations of its associates. The firm encourages coaching conversations at the earliest stages of an associate's career and offers development programs to help associates navigate their career paths, whether it leads to partnership, in-house roles with clients, or positions in government or other organizations.

The firm values building teams rich in talent, experiences, and creativity as a smart business practice. It is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the relevant fair chance ordinance.