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Earthjustice

2027 Oceans Clerkship

Seattle, WA

$1.3K/wk

RESPONSIBILITIES Summer Law Clerks will have the opportunity to work with several attorneys on case development and litigation strategy. Students may draft pleadings and briefs, do legal research ...

Earthjustice

2027 Oceans Clerkship

Seattle, WA

RESPONSIBILITIES Summer Law Clerks will have the opportunity to work with several attorneys on case development and litigation strategy. Students may draft pleadings and briefs, do legal research ...

Earthjustice

2027 Oceans Clerkship

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$1.3K/wk

RESPONSIBILITIES Summer Law Clerkswillhavethe opportunity to work with several attorneys on case development and litigationstrategy. Students may draft pleadings and briefs, do legal research ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer legal in Bothell, WA is $22.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.98 and $28.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Summer Legal positions, often referred to as summer associate or summer intern roles, are temporary legal jobs typically offered to law students during their summer break. These positions provide hands-on experience in legal research, writing, and case preparation, and allow students to work alongside practicing attorneys in law firms, government agencies, or corporate legal departments. The experience gained in a Summer Legal role is valuable for building professional networks and can often lead to full-time job offers after graduation.

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As a Summer Legal intern, you can expect to work on a variety of assignments that may include conducting legal research, drafting memos or briefs, assisting with due diligence, and attending meetings or court proceedings. You'll often collaborate with attorneys across different practice areas, providing support on both ongoing cases and special projects. The work environment is typically fast-paced and team-oriented, offering valuable exposure to real-world legal processes. This experience is designed to help you develop practical skills, expand your professional network, and gain insight into potential legal career paths.

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To thrive as a Summer Legal Intern, you need a solid understanding of legal principles, strong research and writing skills, and current enrollment in law school. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office, is typically expected. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and time management are crucial soft skills for contributing effectively to legal teams. These abilities are important because they enable interns to support attorneys efficiently, produce high-quality work, and gain valuable practical experience in the legal field.

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2027 2L Summer Associate (Seattle, WA)

Seattle, WA • On-site

Ogletree Deakins
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$2.9K - $3.1K/wk

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Position Summary
Ogletree Deakins is seeking second-year law students for our 2027 summer associate program in the Seattle, WA office. Students will gain substantial experience in all types of employment-related legal matters during our 10-week summer program.
Summer Associates at Ogletree receive mentorship from attorneys across the firm, collaborate with other Summer Associates on projects, and attend office and firm-wide social events. Each Summer Associate is assigned a Supervising Shareholder and Associate Mentor in their respective offices and one-on-one support and coaching from the Attorney Development and Recruiting and Retention departments. Summer Associates participate in a robust development program called JD to OD. Presented by firm experts, JD to OD equips Summer Associates with foundational skills and knowledge on a variety of topics such as technology and the use of AI, communication best practices, legal writing, and time entry. By the end of JD to OD, Summer Associates are prepared to excel at OD, immediately contribute to their local offices, and shape their future legal careers.
Essential Functions
  • Research projects.
  • Drafting written discovery requests and responses, motions, legal correspondence, and preparing legal updates.
  • Observation and participation in strategic planning for depositions, mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
  • Participation in witness interviews and client meetings.
  • Wide variety of other assignments.

Requirements
  • Participation in extracurricular activities highlighting leadership skills, commitment, and time management.
  • Class standing in the top 1/3
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work well with others and independently.
  • Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Interest in pursuing a career in management-side labor and employment law upon graduation from law school.
  • Undergraduate Degree that demonstrates academic excellence and critical thinking ability.

Wage Transparency
In accordance with the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities act, the expected weekly salary range for this Washington position is between $2,900 and $3,100.
Benefits
Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our Staff including: Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.
Contact Information
If you have questions, please e-mail Katherine Manus at katherine.manus@ogletreedeakins.com with "2027 2L Summer Associate - Seattle" in the subject line. Please note, applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.
Firm Overview
Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a "Law Firm of the Year" for 14 consecutive years. In the 2025 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its "Law Firm of the Year" in the Litigation - Labor and Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 60 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.
We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments.
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