We are seeking law students who expect to complete the equivalent of four semesters of law school prior to the start of the 2028 Summer Program.

For this role, students will have the opportunity to take on assignments in both our Corporate and Litigation practices, gaining a firsthand look at each before deciding which path is the right fit. Students who have decided on their area of interest should indicate it in their application and will have the opportunity to focus on that practice. Undecided students who are exploring both practices will be asked to decide their primary area of interest at the conclusion of the 2028 Summer Program.

Our goal during the Summer Associate Program is to provide a realistic, professional, and meaningful experience. Our team will provide you with a practical and exciting view of the legal industry. You’ll experience challenging days filled with client work, mentorship, and relationship-building opportunities. Your summer will also be punctuated with training programs, professional development exercises, and events and activities. Summer Associates also observe and, when possible, assist in trials, hearings, depositions, negotiations, and closings, and participate in client meetings. We look forward to welcoming talented and motivated students who are eager to learn, grow, and make an impact.

Please submit a cover letter, current resume, undergraduate transcript, and law school transcript to apply for the 2028 Summer Program. Cover letters should state office and practice group interest (if already decided). Applicants will be evaluated holistically on the merits of their application materials and interviews. Applications may be submitted without a current law school transcript but will not be considered complete until that transcript is received. Transcripts may be sent to fenwickoci@fenwick.com when available.

Fenwick also offers a 2L Scholarship. In addition to our regular Summer Associate salary, we offer an opportunity to receive up to $50,000 (gross) in scholarship funds. At the end of the summer, each Scholar will be eligible to receive an offer to join the firm after graduation from law school, contingent upon satisfactory law school grades, work evaluations, and performance feedback.

Our 2L Scholarship is open to 2L law students who:

Have demonstrated a commitment to a more inclusive legal industry;
Are enrolled full-time in an American Bar Association-accredited law school with an anticipated graduation date of May 2029 at the time of application; and
Can participate in and complete Fenwick's 2028 Summer Program.

If you would also like to apply for our Scholarship, please include a personal statement of no more than 300 words that articulates the ways in which your background, life experiences, values, character, and worldview influence your decision to apply for the Scholarship. Applicants are also encouraged to provide illustrations of their commitment to a more inclusive legal industry and information about their specific interest in a summer associate position with Fenwick. This statement should be included with your other application materials.

The application portal opens November 1, but interviews are not expected to start right away. A delay in hearing from us does not indicate the status of your application. For application status questions, contact recruiting@fenwick.com.

The anticipated annual compensation for this position, which will be paid on a pro-rated basis, is: $235,000.

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