Federal Clerkship Associate Attorney — Hybrid

DLA Piper LLP; California; Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking attorneys with recent federal judicial clerkship experience to join any of our U.S. DLA Piper offices. Qualified applicants must be completing their current clerkship in 2027.

We offer a hybrid work model with some in-office expectations and travel; a strong, collaborative environment supports growth and meaningful work across the firm. Pay transparency is provided with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• JD degree required and admitted or eligible to practice in the applicable state.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed in the state of application.
• Experience in federal judicial clerkship.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Research and problem-solving skills.
• Conceptual thinking and ability to influence others.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with clients, lawyers, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer calls, and reply to correspondence.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Meet deadlines and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity as needed.
• Work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
• Uphold firm values as part of the DLA Piper culture.

Skills

Persuasive communication

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Attention to detail

Business judgment

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Project management

Communication with clients

Education

JD

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking attorneys with recent federal judicial clerkship experience to join any of our U.S. DLA Piper offices. Qualified applicants must be completing their current clerkship in 2027.

We offer a hybrid work model with some in-office expectations and travel; a strong, collaborative environment supports growth and meaningful work across the firm. Pay transparency is provided with a competitive compensation package.