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2027 2L Summer Associate - Los Angeles

BakerHostetler
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2026 CLOSED ON 2/10/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2027 2L Summer Associate - Los Angeles position at BakerHostetler?

BakerHostetler is seeking rising 2L students (Class of 2028) to join our Firm's 2027 Summer Associate Program in Los Angeles.

BakerHostetler’s summer program is designed to give law students exposure to many facets of the firm’s practice. Summer Associates attend Firmwide Summer Training Programs with a robust curriculum where they have the opportunity to interact with other Summer Associates across the firm. Additionally, in their local offices, they participate in conferences, practice group sessions, depositions, trials, and other court proceedings, labor arbitrations, administrative proceedings, and business transaction closings. We closely monitor work assignments to ensure that Summer Associates work on multiple projects with a variety of lawyers in different practice areas.

Qualifications Include

  • Superior academic records
  • Will have completed 2 years of law school prior to the 2027 Summer Program
  • High levels of initiative and motivation
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • A strong work ethic
  • Extracurricular involvement and leadership experience

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • JD Transcript
  • Writing Sample
  • Undergrad Transcript
  • Cover Letter (optional)

The annualized gross salary for Los Angeles Summer Associates is expected to be $225,000, which will be pro-rated and payable in semi-monthly installments, subject to industry, market, and economic conditions. This position is not benefits-eligible; however, paid holidays are available.

Application Submission Information

If you have any questions about the position or process, please contact Recruiting Manager, Victoria Dao, at vdao@bakerlaw.com.

If you have any issues with the application, please contact Kristen Parrish at kparrish@bakerlaw.com.

Applications will be reviewed and decisions made on a rolling basis until all summer positions are filled.

Baker & Hostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $225,000

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