Rio Grande Valley Summer Associate 2026 - 2L (Class of 2027)

Kahana Feld LLP is a fast-growing mid-sized California-based firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. Kahana Feld is primarily a litigation firm, and the bulk of our work is construction defect, general liability, and trucking and transportation. Our team is committed to excellence, client service, and the professional development of future attorneys.

Position Overview:

We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented Summer Associates to join our team for the 2026 program. This is an exciting opportunity for a law student to gain practical experience, receive mentorship from experienced attorneys, and develop skills in multiple areas of civil litigation.

We firmly believe in learning by doing and as a Summer Associate at KF, you will get a variety of experiences, some of which may include:

• Conducting legal research and drafting memoranda on a variety of substantive and procedural issues
• Drafting and preparing pleadings, discovery responses, motions, complaints, and settlement agreements
• Preparing for and observing client meetings, depositions, mediations, court hearings, and trials
• Analyzing and summarizing case documents, such as medical records, and deposition transcripts
• Collaborating with attorneys on case strategy and client communications
• Participating in firm-sponsored educational events and social activities

Qualifications:

• Current 2L enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school
• Strong academic credentials with a 3.0 GPA minimum
• Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Demonstrated interest in litigation and/or one or more of the firm’s practice areas
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic

Program Details:

• Compensation: $35.00 - $40.00/hour
• Work Location: Hybrid: in-office 4 days,1 day optional remote, pending business need
• Work Schedule: 8:30am - 5:30pm Monday - Friday. Occasional weekends and holidays.

Application Materials:

• Resume
• Law school transcript (unofficial accepted)
• Writing sample
• Cover letter

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kahana Feld provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Physical Requirements

Primarily sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to walk short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Work can be performed with or without accommodations.

Travel

10-20% domestic travel by car.