Barnes & Thornburg LLP

2027 2L Summer Associate at Barnes & Thornburg LLP (Columbus, OH)

Barnes & Thornburg LLP· Columbus, OH·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

Barnes & Thornburg invites second year law students to apply for our 2027 Summer Associate Program. To apply, please submit the following materials:

  • Cover letter;
  • Resume;
  • Writing sample;
  • Law School transcript.

Employees are eligible for paid time off and eligible to make 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax contributions to the Profit-Sharing Plan. Candidates selected to move forward in the process will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.

Equal Employment and Opportunity Statement: Barnes & Thornburg is committed to equal employment opportunity in both principle and as a matter of policy. We will recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate and provide benefits to all applicants and employees without regard to ancestry, sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, religion, religious creed, mental and/or physical disability, medical condition, military and/or veteran’s status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all recruiting, hiring, promotions, upgrades, layoffs, compensation, benefits, terminations and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The firm complies fully with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws.

Why work at Barnes & Thornburg LLP

  • Career Growth: Accelerated path to partnership, alternative career paths for those not seeking partnership, and clear compensation structures at every level.
  • Training & Mentorship: Robust programs like BTLaw Academy, Pathway to Partnership, and one-on-one coaching for legal writing, communication, and time management.
  • Culture: Described as a workplace that values individuals, not just credentials. Lawyers have a voice through the Legal Talent Development Committee and Associate Committee.
  • Work Environment: In-office presence expected (multiple U.S. office locations). Hybrid/remote policy not specified; likely office-centric with some flexibility.
  • Notable Perks: Dedicated business development and marketing support, customizable rate-setting, and a collaborative compensation model that rewards team success.

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