Litigation Summer Associate (JD Class of 2029)

DLA Piper; Miami, Fort Lauderdale (FL, FL); Hybrid; USD 189,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper’s Litigation group is inviting exceptional law students to join a hands-on summer program in the Miami office as part of a ten-week experience. You will work on trials, appeals, and related counseling with pro bono opportunities, receiving mentorship and feedback from a dedicated team.

Ideal candidates have an entrepreneurial mindset, strong teamwork skills, and a demonstrated interest in litigation.

Qualifications

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Meet deadlines, expectations, and perform duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients and attorneys clearly and professionally.
• Produce deliverables and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Meet all deadlines and demonstrate reliability in a fast-paced environment.
• Support team through collaboration and feedback during the summer program.

Skills

Communication

Deadlines

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

Law student (1L/2L) open to 2029/2028 summer

Job description

DLA Piper’s Litigation group is inviting exceptional law students to join a hands-on summer program in the Miami office as part of a ten-week experience. You will work on trials, appeals, and related counseling with pro bono opportunities, receiving mentorship and feedback from a dedicated team.

Ideal candidates have an entrepreneurial mindset, strong teamwork skills, and a demonstrated interest in litigation.