2027 2L Summer Law Associate

JobTarget, LLC; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantive work

Training and feedback

Collaborative environment

Exposure to practice areas

Mentor support

Job summary

Keches Law Group offers a 12‑week summer associate program in Bridgewater, MA or Milton, MA. The program provides substantive, hands-on experience working with lawyers, specialty practice exposures, and formal seminars for professional development.

Summer associates will be paired with attorney mentors, attend training sessions, and participate in a range of firm social events. Applicants should be 2L students, ready to graduate in 2027, with required transcripts, resume, letters of

Qualifications

• Transcripts (most recent academic transcripts)
• Current resume
• Two letters of recommendation (from teacher, professor, coach, or mentor)
• Writing sample

Responsibilities

• Work closely with attorneys in assigned practice areas for the 12‑week program
• Gain hands‑on experience and observe lawyers in action
• Participate in training seminars, practice area overviews, and professional development
• Interact with mentors and attend social events to support integration into the firm

Education

2L law student

Job description

2027 2L Summer Associate Program

Keches Law Group will be hiring students who are seeking a highly personalized summer experience for our Summer Associate program. Students will be immersed in their assigned practice area for the duration of the program.

Associates may be placed in our Bridgewater, MA or Milton, MA offices.

Summer Associates will work on a variety of matter where they can gain real, hands‑on experience working side by side with our lawyers. After spending twelve weeks in our offices, we can assure that you will leave Keches knowing our lawyers, understand what we do, and will be ready to hit the ground running after law school.

Training

We will provide our summer associates with seminars, practice area overviews, and general professional development. We recognize that training is a critical component in every attorney’s professional development. Our goal is to provide our attorneys and summer associates with the substantive knowledge, skills, and resources they need to achieve legal excellence.

Mentoring

Summer associates will be paired with an attorney mentor or in some offices a mentor team who help with the transition into the office and serves as a valuable resource to the summer associate providing useful advice when work challenges and questions arise. Matches are generally based on practice group interest.

Social Events

At Keches we plan a variety of events throughout the year to facilitate staff interaction on an informal basis.

Benefits

• Substantive and challenging work
• Training, guidance, and feedback on your work
• A collaborative work environment with a diverse team
• Exposure to the firm’s practice areas
• Opportunities to interact with our attorneys at various social events
• Open doors and the opportunity to ask questions
• Excellent support staff and services

Duration of the internship:

Approximately 12 weeks (May through August)

Requirements:

Who

Students who will have completed their 2L year as of May 2027

This is a paid internship

Student Requirements:

• Most recent academic transcripts
• Current resume
• Two letters of recommendations (this can be provided from a teacher/professor, coach, mentor, etc. familiar with you)
• Writing sample

Application Period:

August – September 2026, applications will be considered after the initial deadline if openings remain available.

The anticipated hourly rate for this position, which we in good faith expect to pay at the time of posting, is $33.34 per hour. This range allows us to make an offer that reflects multiple factors, including experience, education, qualifications, and job‑related knowledge and skills, as well as internal pay equity. It’s not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, as we strive to provide room for future and continued salary growth. Base pay is just one component of our Total Rewards package, which may also include discretionary bonuses, commissions, or other incentives depending on the role.

Keches Law Group complies with all applicable immigration laws and regulations. The Company does not presently provide employer support or sponsorship for an immigration‑related employment benefit for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for employer support or sponsorship now or in the future.