1L Summer Associate 2027

Squire Patton Boggs • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Squire Patton Boggs is seeking outstanding first-year law students for its 2027 Summer Associate Program. Summer associates work on complex, high-level transactions, disputes, and policy matters across the firm's practices and industries. The work allocation system offers opportunities to work on varied assignments and gain exposure to areas of practice of interest. The program includes mentorship from partners and associates, workshops and seminars on legal writing, and pro bono opportunities.

Applicants should be rising 1L students at ABA-approved law schools with strong academic records, initiative, a drive to learn, and the ambition to succeed. The firm seeks well-rounded, personable team players who can develop into trusted client advisors and valued colleagues.

Applicants should submit a resume and a writing sample, preferably no more than 10–12 pages, with a cover page describing the submitted piece and any modifications made from its original format. Cover letters are optional. A law school transcript will be requested once available. Candidates seeking consideration for multiple offices should apply through the posting for their preferred office and note their other office interests in the cover letter.

Requirements

• Be a rising 1L student at an ABA-approved law school.
• Have a record of outstanding academic achievement.
• Demonstrate personal drive, legal acumen, adaptability, discretion, and the ability to approach challenges thoughtfully and creatively.
• Show commitment to client service, legal research and writing skills, and excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrate leadership ability, commitment to team success and integrity, and sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Preference is given to candidates in the top 25% of their class or with a GPA of 3.5 or above.
• Work experience prior to law school is highly valued.
• Foreign language skills and multicultural experience prior to law school are a plus.
• Geographical ties.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex, high-level transactions, disputes, and policy matters across the firm's practices and industries.
• Complete assignments through the firm's work allocation system, gaining exposure to areas of practice of interest.
• Participate in mentorship, legal-writing workshops and seminars, and pro bono opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed