Summer Associate in Campbell, CA

Law Firm

Campbell, CA

Summer Associate in Campbell, CA

Summer Associate

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Job Title: Summer Associate

Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in an 8-week Summer Associate Program designed to provide experience in patent law.
- Engage in real work projects, participate in client meetings, attend depositions and trials, and engage with Continued Legal Education seminars.
- Attend a “Patents 101” course to learn the basics of patent law and gain a foundational understanding necessary for success during the program.
- Participate in weekly topical lunch and learn sessions presented by attorneys, technical advisors, and patent agents to gain exposure to various practices and expertise within the law firm.
- Receive mentorship from assigned mentors who provide real client work, feedback, and support throughout the program.
- Attend weekly social events to network with attorneys and staff members outside of the office and to understand the culture of the law firm.

Education and Experience Information:
- Ideal candidates should have a technical background, particularly in engineering or related technical fields.
- Candidates should prioritize attention to detail and enjoy utilizing their skills as avid learners, researchers, and writers to provide strategic support to clients.
- Candidates should possess a demonstrated ability to expand their knowledge in various technical areas and a passion for mentorship and connecting with those in the IP community.

Salary Information:
- The text does not provide specific salary information for the Summer Associate Program. However, it mentions that the law firm is committed to supporting its full-time employees with a wide array of benefits, including medical and prescription coverage, dental, vision, life and AD&D, short & long-term disability, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), healthcare reimbursement, Health Savings Account (HSA), mental health services, parental leave, and a retirement plan. Access to a workout facility, parking, and building security may also be included, although these benefits are not offered for internships or part-time positions.

Additional Information:
- The Summer Associate Program is an investment in the future of both the participants and the law firm, aiming to ensure a two-way process for finding the best fit for both parties.
- The program is open to law students, with applications for the 2026 Summer Program currently open for law students in the Class of 2027.
- The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer, with recruiting practices that do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, handicap, or veteran’s status.
- The law firm offers a supportive environment with resources that encourage and promote the well-being of its employees.
- The program emphasizes the importance of mentorship, providing Summer Associates with the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and gain insight into the workings of a full-service intellectual property law firm.