Job Title:
2026 Summer Program – 2L Summer Associate
Job Responsibilities:
The 2L Summer Associate position is part of the 2026 Summer Program at the law firm. The role is designed to provide law students with meaningful exposure to substantive legal assignments across various departments, including Business Litigation, Corporate & Securities, Finance, Bankruptcy & Restructuring, Mass Torts, and Real Estate. The program aims to offer robust mentoring, networking, and learning opportunities that will serve as a strong foundation for a successful legal career. Summer associates are expected to engage in significant writing and oral communication tasks, participate in moot court or mock trial experiences, and contribute to comparable extracurricular activities. Professionalism and contributions to the community are also important aspects of the role.
Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for the 2L Summer Associate position must be law students who demonstrate unique skill sets, varied life experiences, and a proven record of personal and academic achievement. The law firm typically hires students with outstanding academic credentials and excellent writing skills. Factors considered in evaluating candidates include previous work experience, demonstrated undergraduate and law school excellence, participation in law review, and significant writing and oral communication experience. Moot court or mock trial experience and involvement in comparable extracurricular activities are also valued.
Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the 2L Summer Associate position.
Additional Information:
To apply for the 2026 Summer Program – 2L Summer Associate position, candidates must submit a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and writing sample. Applicants are advised to submit only one application for their preferred office and practice group interest, with the option to include additional offices of interest in the cover letter. The law firm reviews applications on a rolling basis and will contact candidates if there is interest in moving forward with their candidacy. Candidates are requested not to make phone calls regarding the application process. The law firm is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer.
