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About the Role

DLA Piper's Patent Litigation group is seeking exceptional law students for its summer program. This program offers a tailored experience in trials, appeals, and related counseling, along with pro bono opportunities and in-depth training. Participants will be assigned a support team and have opportunities to build their network through social events. The 10-week program provides insight into life as an associate at DLA Piper.

Responsibilities

Work on trials, appeals, and related counseling.
Participate in pro bono opportunities.
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Foster positive work relationships.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, including working at a computer for extended periods, participating in digital/virtual conference calls, and participating in meetings as needed.
Work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Requirements

Must be a Class of 2029 law student.
Demonstrated interest in intellectual property.
Background or education in science is ideal.
Must apply directly online; application materials should not be sent by email.
Must include a resume, cover letter, and law school transcript (if available) with the application.
In the cover letter, indicate preferred DLA Piper office location and interest in the 2027 summer (1L), 2028 summer (2L), or both.
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset
Motivated to build legal skills
Ability to gain insight into client needs
Innovators
Creative thinkers
Thrive on challenge
Value teamwork
Effective communication (verbal and written)
Efficient and responsive work habits
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to manage competing demands

Location

Austin
Boston
Chicago
Los Angeles
New York
Palo Alto
Philadelphia
San Diego
San Francisco
Washington, DC

Work Type

Hybrid with in-office expectations

Experience Level

1L (2027 summer)
2L (2028 summer)

Education Level

Law student

Salary/Compensations

$224,952

About the Company

DLA Piper is bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive.
Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm.
DLA Piper is a place where you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career.

Equal Opportunity

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.