Stinson LLP 2027 1L/2028 2L Summer Associate - Kansas City

Stinson Leonard Street • Parkville, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Stinson LLP is hiring a Summer Associate for its Kansas City office for two summer terms: Summer 2027 as a 1L and Summer 2028 as a 2L. The program gives law students an opportunity to experience the daily life of an associate attorney through meaningful assignments, mentoring from seasoned attorneys, and social and professional activities designed to build collegiality among peers and the broader legal community.

The position is intended for an exceptional first-year law student with strong academic performance and excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. Applications are considered on a rolling basis and must include a resume, cover letter stating office-location preferences, undergraduate and graduate transcripts if applicable, a law school transcript or anticipated date of grades, and a legal writing sample. The application deadline is January 15, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. Interviews are not scheduled during study days or final examination periods. Incomplete applications missing materials other than an unofficial law school transcript will not be considered.

The Summer Associate salary is $3,846 per week. Summer Associates are not eligible for benefits because the role is temporary. Stinson conducts criminal background checks on individuals offered employment. Applicants who need an accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

Requirements

• Be a first-year law student (1L).
• Have a strong academic record as an undergraduate, graduate student if applicable, and law school student.
• Demonstrate effective legal writing skills.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Have outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate community involvement.
• Have work experience.
• Have an interest in areas of law that match the firm's practice areas.
• Be committed to practicing law in the firm location for which applying, Kansas City.

Responsibilities

• Complete meaningful legal assignments.
• Learn from mentors and seasoned attorneys.
• Participate in program activities and social events that foster collegiality among peers and the legal community.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed