Job Description:

Perkins Coie’s Intellectual Property (IP) practice combines the focus and flexibility of a boutique firm with the services of one of the world’s leading technology law firms. We have more than 200 full-time patent litigators, patent prosecutors, and agents who are highly skilled at analyzing technology. We have litigated more than 350 patent cases in the past two years, with achievements that include outright wins on motions to dismiss, summary judgments, and bench and jury trials.

The 1L Patent Litigation Fellowships provide 1L students with a $15,000 stipend at the conclusion of their summer and as consideration for a position as a 2026 summer associate with Perkins Coie.

The 2025 Perkins Coie 1L Patent Litigation Fellows will be selected based on the following criteria:

Candidates must be a first-year law student in good standing pursuing the degree of Juris Doctor at an ABA-accredited law school.
Academic achievement: A demonstrated record of academic achievement and excellent writing and interpersonal skills, as well as experience that will contribute to a successful career in the legal field.
Patent litigation interest: Applicants must have a demonstrated interest in patent litigation.
Technical background: A technical degree or scientific background in areas of study/experience in computer science, electrical engineering, physics, and/or similar areas is a plus although all technical and scientific backgrounds including a background in life sciences may be considered.
Perspective: Life experiences that have shaped your perspectives and professional goals.

To be considered, please submit the following:

Current resume
Cover letter
Undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) school transcripts
Law school transcript (unofficial versions are acceptable)
Legal writing sample (10-page maximum)

You may submit your application for a 1L fellowship without a law school transcript. Please submit your law school transcript as soon as it is available. If you are selected for an interview, we may also ask that you provide three references (name, email, and phone). Virtual interviews will be granted to finalists prior to awarding fellowships.

You may apply to more than one office and up to three Perkins Coie offices. For 2025 1L Patent Litigation Fellowships, candidates will be considered for the Austin, Boise, Chicago, Los Angeles, Madison, Palo Alto, Phoenix, Portland, San Diego, San Francisco, and Seattle offices.

Application Deadline: January 13, 2025. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis November 15, 2024 through January 13, 2025 in accordance with your school’s recruiting guidelines. All application materials should be uploaded in PDF format.

This position is not benefits-eligible; however, paid holidays are available. In California, New York, and Washington State, the monthly compensation for this role is $17,917.00 per month.

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