Litigation Summer Associate (JD 2029) – Hybrid Program

DLA Piper LLP; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper’s Litigation summer program invites Juris Doctor students to join a comprehensive 10-week experience across multiple offices, including New York and others. You will work on trials, appeals, and related counseling while developing your litigation skills with feedback from seasoned attorneys.

Ideal candidates have an entrepreneurial mindset and interest in client needs; Law Review or Moot Court is preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication with clients and colleagues.
• Interest in litigation with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Law Review or Moot Court preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in trials, appeals, and related counseling activities.
• Receive tailored training and feedback to develop litigation skills.
• Engage with teams across offices and attend social/networking events.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Law student (Class of 2029)

Job description

DLA Piper’s Litigation summer program invites Juris Doctor students to join a comprehensive 10-week experience across multiple offices, including New York and others. You will work on trials, appeals, and related counseling while developing your litigation skills with feedback from seasoned attorneys.

Ideal candidates have an entrepreneurial mindset and interest in client needs; Law Review or Moot Court is preferred.