Job Description Summary:
Fenwick began as a group of upstart lawyers in Silicon Valley with a big vision for the business of technology. Today with a team over 500 lawyers strong and seven offices strategically located in tech hubs across the United States we remain committed to constant evolution in partnership with our clients to broaden our shared horizons. Were a diverse and spirited team of unconventional minds close collaborators and passionate advocates with as much technical insight as legal prowess. Our clients from startups to market leaders are changing the world through relentless innovation and we are standing right beside them to help make it happen. Our lawyers are constantly redefining what is possible when it comes to the practice of law and partnering with our clients at every stage of growth.Job Description:
We are seeking law students who expect to complete the equivalent of four semesters of law school prior to the start of the 2027 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. Youll 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 and negotiations and participate in client meetings and closings. 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 2027 Summer Program. Cover letters should state office and practice group interest. 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 when available.
Fenwick also offers a 2L addition to our regular Summer Associate salary there also will be an opportunity to receive up to $50000 (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 satisfactorylaw school grades work evaluations and performance feedback.
Our 2L Scholarship is open to 2L law students who:
1. Have demonstrated a commitment to a more inclusive legal industry;
2. Are enrolled full-time in an American Bar Association-accredited law school with an anticipated graduation date of May 2028 at the time of application; and
3. Can participate in and complete Fenwicks 2027 Summer Program.
If you would like to also 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 provide information around their specific interest in a summer associate position with Fenwick. This statement should be included with your other application materials.
Although our application portal will open December 1 interviews are not expected to begin immediately so please do not infer anything about the status of your application if you do not hear from us within a certain time period. If you have any questions about the status of your application please reach out to .
The anticipated annual compensation for this position which will be paid on a pro-rated basis is: $225000.
Benefits and Compensation Details:
At Fenwick we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical emotional and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare Life Insurance Health Savings Accounts Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellbeing.
The anticipated annual compensation for this position which will be paid on a pro-rated basis is: $225000
Required Experience:
IC