2027 2L Summer Associate - Seattle

Morrison Foerster

$225K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • First-year law student in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Authorization to work in the U.S. (citizenship or valid work authorization required).
  • Strong academic record with excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership and community involvement.
  • Geographical ties to the Seattle area.
  • Interest or experience in litigation practice areas.

Responsibilities

  • Write legal documents including briefs and client memoranda.
  • Participate in depositions and prepare witnesses.
  • Conduct legal research and author articles.
  • Engage in pro bono matters.
  • Collaborate directly with seasoned lawyers on client matters.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive mentorship and training programs.
  • Exposure to a diverse and inclusive community.
  • Hands-on experience with substantive client matters.
  • Opportunities to engage in pro bono work.
Full Job Description
MoFo summer associates are entrusted with responsibilities and tasks typically assigned to junior associates. They include:
  • Writing legal documents such as briefs, motions, and client memoranda;
  • Participating in depositions and witness preparation; and
  • Conducting legal research, authoring articles, and engaging in pro bono matters.

Summer associates will work directly with our seasoned lawyers on substantive client matters, receive unparalleled mentorship, get comprehensive practice and professional skills training, and experience MoFo's shared values, inclusive community, and cutting-edge practice areas firsthand.

Who You Are
  • A first-year law student in good standing, enrolled in a full-time J.D. program at an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Authorization to work in the United States (U.S. citizenship or valid work authorization required).
  • Demonstrated record of academic achievement, with strong writing and interpersonal skills, proven leadership, and active community involvement.
  • Geographical ties to the Seattle area.
  • Experience or a strong interest in working in litigation practice areas.


Compensation

Summer associate compensation is set to align with first-year associate salaries at $225,000 annually for the class of 2026. This may be modified in the future. Health and wellness benefits and paid holidays may also be included.

Requested Documents - All documents must be submitted in .pdf form.

Resume (mandatory)

Law School Transcript (mandatory)

Cover Letter (optional)

Writing Sample (optional)

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