2028 Intellectual Property 2L Summer Associate

About the role

K&L Gates is seeking 2L 2028 summer associates to join the Intellectual Property (IP) practice in our Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Pittsburgh, and Seattle offices. Recruitment will focus on candidates interested in the IP Procurement and Portfolio Management and IP Litigation practice groups. The Summer Associate Program is designed to give law students a full picture of the firm, working closely with experienced lawyers who provide active mentoring while you learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The firm values innovation, imagination, and an entrepreneurial spirit, rolling up sleeves to turn big ideas into solutions for clients across diverse industry sectors and global regions.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with experienced lawyers and receive active mentoring.
• Learn about the firm’s clients, practices, lawyers, and culture.
• Contribute to IP Procurement and Portfolio Management or IP Litigation matters.
• Engage in tasks that guide clients through complex issues across various industry sectors and regions.

Requirements

• Strong, expressed interest in the IP practice area.
• 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.).
• Background or coursework in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science is preferred.
• Superior academic credentials and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to the highest quality of client service.
• Class of 2029 J.D. Student.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or advanced degree in a physical science or technical field.
• Preferred coursework or background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality client service.