2026 1L Patent Litigation Fellowship (Dual Summer)

Seattle, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

APPLY NOW: SUMMER ASSOCIATE PATENT LITIGATION FELLOWSHIP TWO SUMMER OPPORTUNITY/(2026 & 2027)

Perkins Coie is accepting applications from first-year law students interested in joining the firm as Summer Associates in Patent Litigation for both the Summer of 2026 and the Summer of 2027. This two-summer opportunity is designed to give students a deeper more connected experience with the firmculminating in the opportunity to join Perkins Coie as a full-time associate after graduation.

Perkins Coies Intellectual Property (IP) practice combines the focus and flexibility of a boutique firm with the services of one of the worlds leading technology law firms. We have more than 200 full-time patent litigators patent prosecutors and agents who are highly skilled at analyzing technology. We have litigated more than 350 patent cases in the past two years with achievements that include outright wins on motions to dismiss summary judgments and bench and jury trials.

Patent Litigation Fellowship Overview

Fellows spend two summers at Perkins Coie10 weeks after their 1L year and another 10 weeks after their 2L yeargaining hands-on experience and a deep connection to the firm.

Upon satisfactory completion of the second 10-week summer program Fellows will receive a $25000 stipend in addition to their summer associate salary.

Evaluation Criteria

The 2026 Perkins Coie Patent Litigation Fellows will be selected based on the following criteria:

Law Students: Applicants must be first-year law students in good standing pursuing the degree of Juris Doctor at an ABA-accredited law school.

Academic Achievement: A demonstrated record of academic achievement and excellent writing and interpersonal skills as well as experience that will contribute to a successful career in the legal field.

Patent Litigation Interest: Applicants must have a demonstrated interest in practicing law in patent litigation.

Technical Background: Applicants are preferred to have a technical degree or scientific background with preferred areas of study/experience in computer science electrical engineering physics and/or similar areas although all technical and scientific backgrounds may be considered.

Perspective: Life experiences that have shaped your perspectives and professional goals.

How to Apply

Please submit the following materials:

1. Current resume

2. Cover letter (include information regarding geographic preference)

3. Undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) school transcripts

4. Law school transcripts (unofficial versions are acceptable)

5. Legal writing sample (10-page maximum)

You may submit your application without a law school transcript. Please submit your law school transcript as soon as it is available. If you are selected for an interview we may also ask that you provide references (name email and phone).

In your application please indicate your preferred Perkins Coie office; you may listup to two offices. Candidates will be considered for the following offices: Austin Chicago Denver Los Angeles Madison New York Palo Alto Phoenix Portland San Diego San Francisco and Seattle.

Application Deadline - January 16 2026

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis from November 14 2025 through January 16 2026 in accordance with your schools recruiting guidelines. Early applications are encouraged. All application materials should be uploaded in PDF format.

About the Summer Associate Program

Our Summer Associate Program is the primary path to full-time associate hiring at Perkins Coie. Summer Associates receive meaningful substantive workresearch drafting analysis and client-facing projectsalongside skilled attorneys and mentors. Our Summer Associates regularly attend hearings client meetings depositions and deal closings and can work on pro bono matters as well as participate in professional development activities and attend social events that help build lasting relationships across the firm.

The two-summer structure allows participants to return for a second summer building on their first-year experience with increased responsibility deeper client engagement and relationship building and further development of core legal skills.

About Perkins Coie

Perkins Coie LLP is an international law firm recognized for its collaborative culture commitment to excellence and people-first approach. The firm has been named Fortunes Best Places to Work list for 23 consecutive years reflecting our belief that exceptional work happens in a culture of respect growth and inclusion.

Eligibility

All first-year students in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school are encouraged to apply. Perkins Coie is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants regardless of race color religion sex age national origin veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status or any other identity.

Compensation and Benefits

This position is not benefits-eligible; however paid holidays are California Illinois New York Texas and Washington State the monthly compensation for this role is $18750 per month.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records who reside in Los Angeles County San Diego County or San Francisco County will be considered for employment in accordance with the applicable Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Job Description:APPLY NOW: SUMMER ASSOCIATE PATENT LITIGATION FELLOWSHIP TWO SUMMER OPPORTUNITY/(2026 & 2027)Perkins Coie is accepting applications from first-year law students interested in joining the firm as Summer Associates in Patent Litigation for both the Summer of 2026 and the Summer of 2027...