Merchant & Gould P.C. · 2 months ago
TCDIP 1L Summer Associate
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$3,500/wk - $3,500/wkMerchant & Gould is proud to participate in the Twin Cities Diversity in Practice (TCDIP) 1L Clerkship and the 2026 Summer Associate Program. The program is designed to provide a challenging, educational, and rewarding experience for first-year law students, allowing them to gain insight into both prosecution and litigation aspects of intellectual property law while working closely with supervising attorneys.
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Responsibilities
Work on substantive projects closely with supervising attorneys
Gain exposure to real-world legal practice in both prosecution and litigation aspects of intellectual property law
Attend weekly In-House Training Program and monthly practice group meetings to deepen understanding of the firm’s work and culture
Qualification
Required
First-year law student
Participation in the Twin Cities Diversity in Practice (TCDIP) 1L Clerkship
Ability to work on substantive projects
Willingness to explore both prosecution and litigation aspects of intellectual property law
Submission of cover letter, resume, undergraduate and law school transcripts, and a writing sample
Preferred
Background in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, life sciences, or related fields
Advanced degree or industry experience preferred
Scientific or technical background not required for litigation candidates
Top 25% of class in undergraduate and law school preferred
Law review or moot court participation is a plus
Company
Merchant & Gould P.C.
An intellectual property law firm at the leading edge of patent, trademark and copyright law, licensing agreements, trade secret litigation, and more — expect a unique combination of sage advice and break-through thinking when you come to Merchant & Gould.
Founded in 2002
201-500 employees
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