2026 2L Summer Associate

Description

Summer Associates at Barrasso Usdin will work independently and collectively with firm attorneys on a variety of legal assignments, including primarily legal research and writing projects. Assignments will introduce and provide experience in diverse practice areas, including Commercial Litigation, Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith, Environmental and Toxic Tort, Pharmaceutical and Medical Device, Product Liability Litigation, and Securities Litigation and Regulation, among others. Summer Associates may also have opportunities to participate in pro bono activities and other supplementary educational and social events. Depending on satisfactory completion of certain criteria, Summer Associates may be considered for a second-year clerkship or a full-time associate position upon graduation.

2026 Dates: 6-week program, first-half 

May 11, 2026 through June 19, 2026

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

Candidates interested in joining Barrasso Usdin should possess excellent academic credentials, as well as strong communication, research, writing, and analytical skills. Attention to detail and strong time management and organizational skills are also a must. Preference given to students ranked in the top 20% of their law school class.