2028 2L Summer Associate, IP

About the Role

We are seeking qualified second-year law students for our Technology Transactions Practice as part of our top-tier IP Practice Group. This program offers substantial experience, a wide range of assignments, and opportunities to connect with attorneys and clients, integrating you with the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Exposure to a wide variety of commercial agreements involving tech companies, from startups to public companies.
• IP expertise and support in M&A and financing projects.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Be a second-year law student.
• Expect to complete the equivalent of four semesters of law school prior to the start of the 2028 Summer Program.
• Enrolled full-time in an American Bar Association-accredited law school with an anticipated graduation date of May 2029 at the time of application.
• Ability to participate in and complete Fenwick's 2028 Summer Program.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to a more inclusive legal industry.
• Interest in Technology Transactions Practice.
• Interest in office location: Santa Monica, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, or New York.

Application Materials

• Cover letter
• Current resume
• Undergraduate transcript
• Law school transcript (may be submitted later)

2L Scholarship Opportunity

• Up to $50,000 (gross) in scholarship funds in addition to regular Summer Associate salary.
• Scholars are eligible for an offer to join the firm after graduation, contingent upon satisfactory law school grades, work evaluations, and performance feedback.
• To apply for the Scholarship, include a personal statement (max 300 words) articulating how your background, life experiences, values, character, and worldview influence your decision to apply.
• Applicants are encouraged to illustrate their commitment to a more inclusive legal industry and specific interest in Fenwick's summer associate position within the personal statement.

Compensation

• Anticipated annual compensation: $235,000 (paid on a pro-rated basis).