What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2027, 2L Summer Associate, Denver position at Clyde & Co?
The Role: 2027 2L Summer Associate
Location: Denver, Colorado
Looking for a summer that will launch your litigation career? At Clyde & Co’s Denver office, you won’t just observe. You’ll tackle complex insurance matters from day one.
As a Summer Associate, you’ll work alongside attorneys with decades of experience handling first- and third-party insurance coverage disputes. Our team litigates high-stakes bad-faith and coverage cases in Colorado, the Southwest, and across the US, giving you hands-on exposure to meaningful, high-impact work.
You’ll dive into a wide range of insurance products and coverage issues, including property, inland marine, commercial general liability, construction defect, professional liability, directors’ and officers’ liability, excess and surplus, automobile and trucking liability, and insurance fraud. From research and drafting to strategy discussions and case preparation, you’ll gain practical experience that builds a strong foundation for a litigation career.
Denver is known for its collaborative, supportive environment where Summer Associates are trusted with substantive work and encouraged to learn by doing.
If you’re passionate about litigation and ready to make an impact, the Denver office offers an immersive summer experience that will help you learn, grow, and thrive.
What To Expect As a Summer Associate
Ideal candidates are those interested in litigation and eager to begin their career at Clyde & Co in Denver, in addition to meeting the following requirements:
We recognize creating a positive culture is vital to the success of our business. It is crucial our people feel happy, respected, and able to be their whole selves at work. Having a workforce that brings a variety of backgrounds and experiences will help us harness the power of different perspectives to better innovate, problem solve, and drive change.
We are proud to have achieved Mansfield Rule 6.0 certification in the US.
Summer Associate Scholarship
Clyde & Co is proud to offer the Summer Associate Scholarship, the goal of which is to support students who bring a unique perspective to Clyde & Co based on their life experience, resilience and cultural understanding.
Application Process
We’ve scheduled our recruiting timeline with exam season in mind, so you can focus on finals before interviews begin. Best of luck on your exams!
A Complete Application Includes
Compensation: $2,404/week
The Firm
Clyde & Co has grown to become a leading global law firm in our core sectors. With a headcount of over 5,000 staff operating from over 70 offices and associated offices across six continents, we offer a comprehensive range of legal services and advice to businesses operating at the heart of global trade and commerce.
From developed to emerging markets, we aim to support our clients by putting the power of our globally integrated firm at their disposal with a range of seamless and efficient services and the very best, commercially minded, legal advice.
This, together with our sector expertise and regional understanding, allows us to help clients identify and manage risk and liability, navigate challenges, harness commercial potential and achieve sustained growth in today's complex and volatile business environment.
We are committed to being a responsible business which means taking responsibility for the impact we have on the environment and seeking to reduce it as much and as quickly as possible. It means taking responsibility for giving back and being a positive contributor to the communities in which we operate. And it means taking responsibility for fostering a truly diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace so that all our people can flourish and fulfil their highest potential, for the benefit of them, the firm and our clients.
Our Values
Our Values Are The Principles That Guide The Decisions We Make, Unite Us In Our Endeavors And Strengthen Our Delivery, For Our Clients And Our Firm. We
Please take a moment to read our privacy notice carefully. This describes what personal information Clyde & Co (we) may hold about you, what it’s used for, how it’s obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.
This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.
Location: Denver, Colorado
Looking for a summer that will launch your litigation career? At Clyde & Co’s Denver office, you won’t just observe. You’ll tackle complex insurance matters from day one.
As a Summer Associate, you’ll work alongside attorneys with decades of experience handling first- and third-party insurance coverage disputes. Our team litigates high-stakes bad-faith and coverage cases in Colorado, the Southwest, and across the US, giving you hands-on exposure to meaningful, high-impact work.
You’ll dive into a wide range of insurance products and coverage issues, including property, inland marine, commercial general liability, construction defect, professional liability, directors’ and officers’ liability, excess and surplus, automobile and trucking liability, and insurance fraud. From research and drafting to strategy discussions and case preparation, you’ll gain practical experience that builds a strong foundation for a litigation career.
Denver is known for its collaborative, supportive environment where Summer Associates are trusted with substantive work and encouraged to learn by doing.
If you’re passionate about litigation and ready to make an impact, the Denver office offers an immersive summer experience that will help you learn, grow, and thrive.
What To Expect As a Summer Associate
- Work on meaningful projects involving legal research, drafting, and analysis for real client matters.
- Join attorneys at depositions and other legal observational opportunities and take part in professional networking events.
- Build your skills through our legal training curriculum, which covers research, writing, negotiations, and practice-specific topics.
- Receive personalized mentorship and feedback, including a structured mid-summer check-in to support your growth.
- Connect with peers and professionals through social and networking opportunities designed to help you build lasting relationships.
Ideal candidates are those interested in litigation and eager to begin their career at Clyde & Co in Denver, in addition to meeting the following requirements:
- Currently enrolled in a J.D. program with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028
- Proven academic and professional record
- Participation in law journal, moot court, leadership roles, or other extracurricular activities is advantageous
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
- Strong communication skills for working effectively with clients and colleagues
- An inclusive mindset and openness to diverse perspectives
- Ability to commit to a minimum of nine weeks with the firm as a summer associate
We recognize creating a positive culture is vital to the success of our business. It is crucial our people feel happy, respected, and able to be their whole selves at work. Having a workforce that brings a variety of backgrounds and experiences will help us harness the power of different perspectives to better innovate, problem solve, and drive change.
We are proud to have achieved Mansfield Rule 6.0 certification in the US.
Summer Associate Scholarship
Clyde & Co is proud to offer the Summer Associate Scholarship, the goal of which is to support students who bring a unique perspective to Clyde & Co based on their life experience, resilience and cultural understanding.
Application Process
We’ve scheduled our recruiting timeline with exam season in mind, so you can focus on finals before interviews begin. Best of luck on your exams!
A Complete Application Includes
- Resume
- Cover letter (Tell us why Clyde & Co interests you, what excites you about our work, and how your experiences have prepared you for this opportunity)
- Undergraduate transcript (unofficial copy is fine)
- Law school transcript (can be uploaded later when available)
- Legal writing sample
- Please apply to one position/office only. If you’re interested in additional offices or practice areas, note that in your cover letter.
- Applications for summer associate positions are accepted on a rolling basis and may be submitted at any time. The application portal closes January 30, 2026.
- Interviews are expected to begin February 2, 2026.
Compensation: $2,404/week
The Firm
Clyde & Co has grown to become a leading global law firm in our core sectors. With a headcount of over 5,000 staff operating from over 70 offices and associated offices across six continents, we offer a comprehensive range of legal services and advice to businesses operating at the heart of global trade and commerce.
From developed to emerging markets, we aim to support our clients by putting the power of our globally integrated firm at their disposal with a range of seamless and efficient services and the very best, commercially minded, legal advice.
This, together with our sector expertise and regional understanding, allows us to help clients identify and manage risk and liability, navigate challenges, harness commercial potential and achieve sustained growth in today's complex and volatile business environment.
We are committed to being a responsible business which means taking responsibility for the impact we have on the environment and seeking to reduce it as much and as quickly as possible. It means taking responsibility for giving back and being a positive contributor to the communities in which we operate. And it means taking responsibility for fostering a truly diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace so that all our people can flourish and fulfil their highest potential, for the benefit of them, the firm and our clients.
Our Values
Our Values Are The Principles That Guide The Decisions We Make, Unite Us In Our Endeavors And Strengthen Our Delivery, For Our Clients And Our Firm. We
- Work as one We are a globally connected team of talented people who act with a firm-first mentality to achieve success
- Excel with clients We aim high and challenge ourselves to deliver unique excellence for our clients, keeping them at the center of everything we do
- Celebrate difference We help each other to be at our best and believe our differences result in greater achievement
- Act boldly We seek new opportunities, take action and learn as we go, recognizing that curiosity drives our development and contributes to growth
Please take a moment to read our privacy notice carefully. This describes what personal information Clyde & Co (we) may hold about you, what it’s used for, how it’s obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.
This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.
Salary : $2,404