Federal Clerkship-Driven Associate (Hybrid)

DLA Piper LLP; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking attorneys with recent federal judicial clerkship experience to join any of our U.S. offices. Qualified applicants must be completing their clerkship in 2027. Hybrid work with some in-office expectations and travel may be required.

The role requires a JD, bar admission in the applicable state, and strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed in the state of application.
• Recent federal judicial clerkship experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with clients, lawyers, professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer calls, and respond to correspondence.
• Provide timely, accurate, high-quality work product.
• Meet deadlines and manage workload.
• Foster positive work relationships and comply with firm policies.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity as needed.
• Work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Uphold firm values and excellence in representation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Attention to detail

Business judgment

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

JD

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking attorneys with recent federal judicial clerkship experience to join any of our U.S. offices. Qualified applicants must be completing their clerkship in 2027. Hybrid work with some in-office expectations and travel may be required.

The role requires a JD, bar admission in the applicable state, and strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively and independently.