2028 Summer Associate Program

About the Role

Seyfarth Shaw LLP is seeking 2Ls to join their 2028 Summer Associate Program in the Labor & Employment department in their Seattle office. This program offers a strong educational component supported by practical learning opportunities, with Summer Associates working closely with Seyfarth partners and receiving individualized feedback and coaching from a team of partner and associate mentors. Summer Associates are assigned to a specific department for the entire summer to gain deeper knowledge and experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on actual client cases and projects
• Attend client meetings
• Shadow attorneys on a variety of deals and cases for hands-on learning

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Completed one year of law school by the spring of 2027
• Expecting a JD in May 2029
• Demonstrated academic achievement
• An appreciation for collaboration and teamwork
• A clear interest in Labor & Employment, evidenced by coursework, certificate programs, or prior work experience

What We Provide

Summer Associates gain hands-on experience that builds upon their law school education through:

• A specialized training curriculum, including substantive legal seminars
• Training in ethics, client service, marketing, legal writing, communication, and finance taught by leading practitioners
• Practical learning opportunities, such as attending depositions, court appearances, closings, and client meetings
• Cutting-edge legal work on active cases and client projects

Qualifications

• 2Ls
• 2028 Summer Program participants
• Location: Seattle, WA 98104

Compensation for this position is based on an annualized salary of $225,000.