Squire Patton Boggs is looking for outstanding first-year law
students to join our 2025 Summer Associate Program. Successful
candidates will have a strong academic record, exhibit an inherent
drive to learn and the ambition to succeed. We are seeking
well-rounded and personable team players who aim to take initiative
throughout their legal career.
Our summer associate program gives you the tools and the platform to
take you to the personal and professional heights you want to reach.
Your job duties as a summer associate will include working on complex,
high-level transactions, disputes, and policy matters across our
network of practices and industries. We have a work allocation system
that affords you the opportunity to work on various assignments and
gain exposure to your practice areas of interest. During the program,
you can expect to receive excellent mentorship at the partner and
associate levels, have access to workshops and seminars on legal
writing, pro bono opportunities, and much more.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
Rising 1L student at an ABA-approved law school.
Record of outstanding academic achievement. Preference given to
the top 25% of class or GPA of 3.5 and above.
Work experience prior to law school is highly valued.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
We seek candidates whose personal drive, legal acumen, rich
experience, and approach to client service will make them trusted
advisors to clients, and valuable colleagues. Adaptability, interest
in our firm, discretion, and the ability to approach challenges
thoughtfully and creatively are additional key indicators of success.
Additional Skillsets
Commitment to client service.
Legal research and writing skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership ability and a commitment to team success
and integrity are highly valued, as is sound judgment.
Foreign language skills and multicultural experience prior to law
school are a plus.
Geographical ties.
How to Apply
Click
here to apply and be prepared to submit your resume.
In addition, please include a writing sample (preferably no more than
10-12 pages) with a cover page that describes the piece you are
submitting and how you may have modified it from its original format.
Cover letters may also be submitted, and we will request your law
school transcript once available.
Applications will be accepted until Feb 15, 2025.
*If you wish to be considered for multiple offices, please apply
online using the job posting link for your preferred office and
express interest in other offices hosting summer programs in your
cover letter. You do not need to apply multiple times.
About Squire Patton Boggs LLP
With over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four
continents, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global
influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North
America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America.
With expertise spanning all key sectors, the firm is also known for
its preeminent public policy practice and deep-rooted relationships in
Washington DC and Brussels.
Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex,
national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender
identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected
by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all
aspects of employment.