2027 2L Summer Associate Program (Dallas) - M&A, Restructuring
Introducing A&O Shearman.
Weâ ve arrived and weâ re ready for anything anywhere.
With nearly 4,000 lawyers globally, we are equally fluent in English law, U.S. law and the laws of the worldâ s most dynamic markets.
We are now accepting applications for our 2027 U.S. Summer Associate Program for our M&A and Restructuring groups.
Program Length: 10 weeks
Can you tell me more about work and mentorship ? Our summer program allows summer associates to work on cutting-edge work alongside a diverse group of partners and associates. Each summer associate will be paired with a partner and associate mentor, who will help integrate summer associates into the firm both substantively and socially. Summer associates will work in practice groups in which they have expressed interest during the interview and onboarding processes.
What opportunities for professional development are available ? Our Professional Development team coordinates comprehensive programs as part of Summer Associate University (SAU). Topics include Writing, Negotiations, Professionalism, Research, Wellness, Law Firm Economics and more.
What is the salary ? Summer associates are paid $4,327 per week.
Hiring Criteria
Required: We are looking for strong academic performance, law school involvement, and an enthusiasm about the practice of law. We also remain strongly committed to inclusion and expect that our associates will view collegiality and teamwork as important personal and firm values. Only JD 2028 law students are eligible to apply.
Preferred: Relevant work experience; law journal/moot court participation; foreign language skills.
Resume, law school transcript, and cover letters are required. Please indicate your practice group(s) of interest in the cover letter.
To learn more about our firm and summer program, please see our interactive brochure.
