1L Summer Associate 2027

Squire Patton Boggs • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

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

Applicants should have strong academic records, a drive to learn, ambition, and a personable, team-oriented approach. The firm seeks candidates whose initiative, legal acumen, experience, and approach to client service can make them trusted client advisors and valuable colleagues.

The salary for Summer Associates in Columbus is $8,958.33 semi-monthly. Applicants should submit a resume and a writing sample, preferably no more than 10–12 pages, with a cover page describing the piece and any modifications from its original format. Cover letters are optional, and 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 express interest in other offices in their cover letter.

Requirements

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

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 and gain exposure to practice areas 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