Associate - Federal Judicial Clerks Only (Multi Office)
About The Position
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together. Application Process All candidates must provide a cover letter, resume, transcript, and a writing sample that has not been substantially edited by anyone other than the applicant. All four documents must be submitted, or your application will be deemed incomplete and unable to be considered . Summary DLA Piper is seeking attorneys with recent federal judicial clerkship experience to join any of our U.S. DLA Piper offices. Qualified applicants must be completing their current clerkship in 2026.
Requirements
- JD
- Candidates must be licensed, or currently eligible to become licensed, in the state in which they are applying.
- Attorneys in a current federal judicial clerkship.
- Strong analytical and writing skills
- Attention to detail
- Good business judgment
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
- Research and problem-solving skills
- Conceptual thinking
- Ability to influence others
- Persuasive communication
- Management skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Strong project management skills
- Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties
- Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner
- Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product
- Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required
- Foster positive work relationships
- Comply with all firm policies and practices
- Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed
- Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment
- Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned
- Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture.
Benefits
- medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
