Description:

Robins Kaplan LLP is looking for a bright and motivated 2L law student to join our highly regarded 2027 Summer Associate Program in our Boston Office. Our ideal candidate desires to become an elite trial lawyer, possesses a record of academic excellence, takes initiative and ownership over work assignments from a variety of practice groups, enjoys being challenged and retains a strong work ethic.

We have designed our summer program with a few primary goals in mind— introducing law students to our firm and what life as an Associate will be like and helping students improve as legal writers, thinkers, and advocates. As a Summer Associate, you will:

Develop advocacy skills by participating in a mock arbitration in our courtroom—guided by some of our firm's most skilled trial lawyers;
Help ensure equal access to justice by working on pro bono cases;
Work with our attorneys on substantive assignments related to billable matters;
Participate in our writing mentorship program;
Accompany our lawyers to trials, hearings, depositions, negotiations, and client meetings.

Robins Kaplan is a national powerhouse firm dedicated to high-stakes litigation and trial work. Its more than 85 -year history includes landmark results and record verdicts. The Firm is a passionate defender of the right to trial by jury. It is included on the American Lawyer's A-List on multiple occasions through its core values, unique characteristics, and exceptional results. Robins Kaplan is a rare elite firm that represents both sides of the “v”; has a varied client base that ranges from individuals to small companies to Fortune 100 corporations; a highly sophisticated insurance coverage practice that is stand out in the industry; and a nationally recognized pro bono program.

Spend your summer with us and become a better writer, a better advocate, and a better lawyer. Summer Associates earn $4,038.00/week.

Apply now and include the following materials in PDF format:

Cover letter
Resume
Unofficial law school transcript
Legal writing sample

It is the policy of Robins Kaplan LLP to provide equal employment opportunities for all without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, parental status, national origin, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit based factors or status protected by federal, state, or local law. It is also our policy to provide reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. It is our policy to be a workplace free from illegal discrimination and harassment.