Patent Litigation Summer Associate - JD Class of 2029

DLA Piper; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 167,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper’s Patent Litigation group is seeking exceptional law students to join the summer program across multiple offices, including San Francisco. You may be considered for a 1L (2027) or 2L (2028) internship.

The role provides trials, appeals, and counseling with pro bono opportunities and tailored training to develop your litigation skills. Ideal candidates have an interest in intellectual property and a background or education in science, with a collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset and a

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will have an interest in intellectual property and a background or education in science.
• Open to Class of 2029 law students.
• Demonstrates teamwork and strong communication in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• As a summer associate, you will work on trials, appeals, and related counseling within the Patent Litigation group.
• You will receive tailored training focused on your development and future preparation.
• You will be assigned a team and build your network through social events.
• Pathways to pro bono opportunities and client-facing experience during the 10-week program.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Teamwork

Strong communication

Education

Law student (Class of 2029)

Job description

DLA Piper’s Patent Litigation group is seeking exceptional law students to join the summer program across multiple offices, including San Francisco. You may be considered for a 1L (2027) or 2L (2028) internship.

The role provides trials, appeals, and counseling with pro bono opportunities and tailored training to develop your litigation skills. Ideal candidates have an interest in intellectual property and a background or education in science, with a collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset and a