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2027 2L Summer Associate - Patent Litigation

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Perkins Coie LLP

San Francisco, CA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/4/2026

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2027 2L Summer Associate - Patent Litigation Perkins Coie LLP paid holidays United States, California, San Francisco Jul 03, 2026
Job Description:
AshurstPerkins Coie is accepting applications from second-year law students interested in joining the firm as a 2L Patent Litigation Summer Associate for the Summer of 2027. How to Apply Pleasesubmitthe following materials: Resume. Undergraduate, graduate (if applicable), and unofficial law school transcript. Writing sample (maximum 10 pages). Cover letter describing your areas of interest and geographic preferences. If you are selected for an interview, we may also ask that you provide references (name, email, and phone). All application materials should be uploaded in PDF format. In your application, pleaseindicateyour preferredAshurstPerkins Coie office; you may list up to two offices. Candidates will be considered for the following offices:

Chicago, Madison, York, Palo Alto, Phoenix, Portland, San Diego, San Francisco, and Seattle. Evaluation Criteria AshurstPerkins Coie2027 2LPatent Litigation Summer Associates will be selected based on the following criteria:
Law Students:
Applicants must be a second-year law student in good standing pursuing the degree of Juris Doctor at an ABA-accredited law school.
Academic Achievement:
A demonstrated record of academic achievement and excellent writing and interpersonal skills, as well as experience that will contribute to a successful career in the legal field.
Patent Litigation Interest:
Applicants must have a demonstrated interest in practicing law in patent litigation.
Technical Background:
Applicants are preferred to have a technical degree or scientific background, with preferred areas of study/experience in computer science, electrical engineering, physics, and/or similar areas, although all technical and scientific backgrounds may be considered. About the Summer Associate Program Our Summer Associate Program is the primary path to full-time associate hiring atAshurstPerkins Coie.

Summer Associates receive meaningful, substantive work-research, drafting, analysis, and client-facing projects-alongside skilled attorneys and mentors. Our Summer Associates regularly attend hearings, client meetings, depositions, and deal closings, and can work on pro bono matters, as well asparticipatein professional development activities and attend social events that help build lasting relationships across the firm. AboutAshurstPerkins Coie AshurstPerkins CoieUSLLPis an international law firm recognized for its collaborative culture, commitment to excellence, and people-first approach.

The firmhas been namedtoFortune's Best Places to Work list for 24 consecutive years, reflecting our belief that exceptional work happens in a culture of respect, growth, and inclusion. Eligibility All second-year students in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school are encouraged to apply.

AshurstPerkins Coieis an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or any other identity. Compensation and Benefits This position is not benefits-eligible; however, paid holidays are available. In California, Illinois, York, Oregon, and Washington State, the monthly compensation for this role is$18,750per month. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records whoresidein Los Angeles County, San Diego County, or San Francisco County will be considered for employmentin accordance withthe applicable Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. #LI-Hybrid