Summer Associate in Washington, DC

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Washington, DC

Summer Associate in Washington, DC

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SEO Friendly Job Title: 2026 IP Litigation/Patent Prosecution Summer Associate at Fish & Richardson (Class of 2027)

H1 Heading: Join Our Elite Team as a 2026 IP Litigation/Patent Prosecution Summer Associate

H2 Heading: Experience the Life of an Associate at Fish & Richardson

Bold Headline: Explore the World of Intellectual Property with Fish & Richardson's 2026 Summer Associate Program

Fish & Richardson is currently seeking exceptional law students to join our 2026 Summer Associate Program in our . office locations (excluding Chicago). This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and insight into the world of intellectual property law. Our program is designed to provide you with a realistic experience of life as an associate at Fish, preparing you for a successful career in this field.

Our Culture:

- Creative, respectful and inclusive
- Values diversity and encourages ingenuity
- Promotes skills development through complex client work assignments and training
- Encourages strong relationships with fellow summer associates and attorneys through social events, dedicated mentors, and a relaxed firm culture

Your Role:

- Draft patent applications (for patent prosecution summer associates)
- Conduct research and draft memos for litigation cases (for patent litigation summer associates)
- Attend client meetings, depositions, and trials
- Explore the city with our attorneys as your guides
- Attend the firmwide Summer Associate Retreat filled with training, networking, and fun

Qualifications:

- Record of academic and professional excellence in science or technology
- Superior writing ability
- Curiosity and motivation to learn
- Good standing as a law student at an ABA accredited law school, with an anticipated graduation date of spring 2027
- Enthusiasm and eagerness to rise to the challenge
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Salary Information:

- $4,327/week for 2025 Summer Associates

Experience Requirements:

- Scientific or technical background (degree and/or experience) for Patent Litigation and Patent Prosecution Summer Positions
- Excellent academic credentials
- Superior writing ability

Join Our Elite Team:

- Focus on IP and patent litigation
- Attracts highly skilled and intellectually curious summer associates
- Work with clients at the forefront of innovation
- Opportunities for interesting, unique, and cutting-edge legal work

Pro Bono Work:

- Integral part of Fish's culture
- Opportunities for all summer associates to participate in pro bono work
- Partnerships with highly regarded public interest and legal services organizations
- Early exposure and experience to foster a career-long commitment to pro bono work

Frequently Asked Questions for Law Students:

Application:

- How to apply for a summer associate position with Fish
- Requirements for scientific or technical background
- Opportunities for 1L students and diversity fellowship program
- Consideration for 3L students
- Applying to multiple Fish offices

Callbacks and Offers:

- Callback process and timeline
- Responding to offers
- Possibility of splitting the summer with another firm or office
- Compensation and benefits for summer associates
- Criteria for receiving an offer to return as an associate

Time Off and Expense Reimbursement:

- Coverage of state bar exam expenses and fees
- Reimbursement for mandatory state bar fees
- Relocation expenses and loan for new attorneys

Join Fish & Richardson as a 2026 IP Litigation/Patent Prosecution Summer Associate and gain invaluable experience and insight into the world of intellectual property law. Apply now and be a part of our elite team of attorneys solving complex issues for the world's leading companies.