Perkins Coie · 2 days ago
2026 1L Patent Litigation Fellowship (Dual Summer)
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$18,750/mo - $18,750/moPerkins Coie is an international law firm that offers a collaborative culture and is recognized for its commitment to excellence. They are seeking first-year law students for a two-summer Patent Litigation Fellowship to gain hands-on experience and potentially join the firm as full-time associates after graduation.
Information TechnologyInsuranceIntellectual PropertyLegalReal Estate
Responsibilities
Fellows spend two summers at Perkins Coie—10 weeks after their 1L year and another 10 weeks after their 2L year—gaining hands-on experience and a deep connection to the firm
Upon satisfactory completion of the second 10-week summer program, Fellows will receive a $25,000 stipend, in addition to their summer associate salary
Summer Associates receive meaningful, substantive work—research, drafting, analysis, and client-facing projects—alongside skilled attorneys and mentors
Our Summer Associates regularly attend hearings, client meetings, depositions, and deal closings, and can work on pro bono matters, as well as participate in professional development activities and attend social events that help build lasting relationships across the firm
The two-summer structure allows participants to return for a second summer, building on their first-year experience with increased responsibility, deeper client engagement and relationship building, and further development of core legal skills
Qualification
Required
First-year law students in good standing pursuing the degree of Juris Doctor at an ABA-accredited law school
A demonstrated record of academic achievement and excellent writing and interpersonal skills
Experience that will contribute to a successful career in the legal field
Demonstrated interest in practicing law in patent litigation
Life experiences that have shaped your perspectives and professional goals
Preferred
Technical degree or scientific background, with preferred areas of study/experience in computer science, electrical engineering, physics, and/or similar areas
Benefits
Paid holidays
Company
Perkins Coie
Perkins Coie is a law firm that specializes on corporate law, litigation, and real estate law.
Founded in 1912
1001-5000 employees
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Leadership Team
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CFO
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COO
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