Summer Associate - 2026 (Multiple Locations)

Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 16 offices and nearly 220 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You’ll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.  

To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website: https://www.lippes.com/careers

We are currently seeking exceptional rising-2L candidates for our 2026 Summer Associate Program
across multiple office locations. Our program offers law students an immersive, practical legal experience through:

• Challenging assignments comparable to those given to new associates


• Opportunities to attend depositions, mediations, and deal closings


• Participation in client meetings, trials, and professional events


• Insight into the day-to-day realities of legal practice

Our Summer Associate Program serves as an extended interview process. We select candidates who will excel in our collaborative environment with the intention of inviting successful summer associates to return as full-time Associate Attorneys following law school graduation.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

We seek candidates who demonstrate:

• Outstanding academic credentials


• A positive, solution-oriented attitude


• Commitment to contributing to our collegial firm culture


• Appreciation for diverse ideas and experiences

 REQUIREMENTS

• Current enrollment and good standing at an ABA-accredited law school


• Preference given to students in the top 25% of their class

 APPLICATION MATERIALS

Please submit the following to apply:

1. Cover Letter/Personal Statement addressing one or more of the following:
   
   
   
   • Situations demonstrating your resilience or tenacity
   
   
   • How you will contribute to our firm culture and diversity initiatives
   
   
   • Your significant academic, personal, or leadership achievements
   
   
   
   


2. Current Resume


3. Law School Transcript (official or unofficial) including complete grades from your 1L year


4. Writing sample

Salary: $100,000/year equivalent ($1,923.08/week)