2027 2L Summer Associate - Patent Litigation

Conduct substantive patent litigation research, drafting, and analysis alongside skilled attorneys and mentors. Attend hearings, client meetings, depositions, and deal closings, and work on pro bono matters. Participate in professional development activities and social events to build relationships across the firm. Selected candidates will be second-year law students in good standing at an ABA-accredited school with a demonstrated interest in patent litigation and a preferred technical background in computer science, electrical engineering, physics, or similar fields. Compensation is $18,750 monthly for eligible states, with paid holidays available. This program serves as the primary path to full-time associate hiring at Ashurst Perkins Coie.