2027 Houston IP 2L Summer Associate

SELECTION CRITERIA

• A strong, expressed interest in our IP Litigation practice group
• Possess a bachelor’s degree and/or advanced degree (M.S, Ph.D.) in a physical science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, etc.) or a technical field (Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Pharmacy, etc.)
• Superior academic credentials and excellent written and oral communication skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a commitment to the highest quality of client service
• Class of 2028 J.D. Student

APPLICATION PROCESS

We will begin to review applications on a rolling basis. The application will remain open until the program has been filled.

Please submit the following materials:

• Resume
• A law school transcript (A link will be provided to update your transcript after the receipt of spring semester grades)
• Undergraduate and/or advanced degree (M.S, Ph.D.) transcript(s)
• Cover Letter
• Writing Sample

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATION

While not required, if you have a personal connection to the office’s city or region, please also include this information in your cover letter.

ABOUT THE FIRM

K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located across five continents in more than 40 offices. We have experienced dramatic growth in the past decade and now rank among the largest U.S. based law firms in the world. We take pride in constantly striving for innovation, imagination and an entrepreneurial spirit. We come up with big ideas and then roll up our sleeves to get the job done, guiding our clients through their most complex issues in a variety of industry sectors and across multiple regions of the world.

The industry recognition the firm has garnered emanates from the foundation of a global community aligned on behalf of our clients. The people at K&L Gates are committed to working together to create a legacy for each other, the firm, our clients, and the communities in which we serve. We thrive in an inclusive and socially conscious environment that embraces diversity and takes a holistic approach to the career evolution of all our professionals.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Firm that employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications and competence. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of a person’s race (including traits associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as afros, braids, locks, and twists), religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, gender, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, familial status, domestic violence victim status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm’s policy to provide an environment that is free of prohibited harassment of any kind including, without limitation, that which is based on sex, race, age, disability, ethnic background, or any other category protected by law (including the categories listed above). The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact askHR@klgates.com.