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1L 2026 Summer Associate - Kansas City Office Kansas City Practice Area -Unspecified- Date Posted Oct 31, 2025 Application Deadline Apr 30, 2026 The Kansas City office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting 1L summer associate applications for our 2026 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the list of schools where we plan to participate in 1L OCI here. If you attend a law school where we are not participating in OCI or if you are applying to Shook through OCI and would like to be considered earlier, you may submit a direct application.The current compensation for Kansas City summer associates is $3,555 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite The Kansas City office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting 1L summer associate applications for our 2026 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the list of schools where we plan to participate in 1L OCI here. If you attend a law school where we are not participating in OCI or if you are applying to Shook through OCI and would like to be considered earlier, you may submit a direct application. The current compensation for Kansas City summer associates is $3,555 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite
2L 2027 Summer Associate - Atlanta Office Atlanta Practice Area Not Applicable Date Posted Jan 14, 2026 Application Deadline Dec 31, 2026 The Atlanta office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Atlanta summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite The Atlanta office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Atlanta summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite
2L 2027 Summer Associate - Houston Office Houston Practice Area Not Applicable Date Posted Jan 14, 2026 Application Deadline Dec 31, 2026 The Houston office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Candidates who previously applied for a 1L summer associate position in our 2026 Summer Program for the Houston office will automatically be considered for a 2L summer associate position in our 2027 Summer Program; therefore, candidates do not need to submit a second application. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Houston summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite The Houston office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Candidates who previously applied for a 1L summer associate position in our 2026 Summer Program for the Houston office will automatically be considered for a 2L summer associate position in our 2027 Summer Program; therefore, candidates do not need to submit a second application. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Houston summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite
2L 2027 Summer Associate - Kansas City Office Kansas City Practice Area Not Applicable Date Posted Jan 14, 2026 Application Deadline Dec 31, 2026 The Kansas City office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in a 2L summer associate position in our 2027 Summer Program. Candidates who previously applied for a 1L summer associate position in our 2026 Summer Program for the Kansas City office will automatically be considered for a 2L summer associate position in our 2027 Summer Program; therefore, candidates do not need to submit a new application. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Kansas City summer associates is $3,555 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite The Kansas City office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in a 2L summer associate position in our 2027 Summer Program. Candidates who previously applied for a 1L summer associate position in our 2026 Summer Program for the Kansas City office will automatically be considered for a 2L summer associate position in our 2027 Summer Program; therefore, candidates do not need to submit a new application. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Kansas City summer associates is $3,555 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite
2L 2027 Summer Associate - Los Angeles Office Los Angeles Practice Area Not Applicable Date Posted Jan 14, 2026 Application Deadline Dec 31, 2026 The Los Angeles office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Los Angeles summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite The Los Angeles office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Los Angeles summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite
2L 2027 Summer Associate - Miami Office Miami Practice Area Not Applicable Date Posted Jan 14, 2026 Application Deadline Dec 31, 2026 The Miami office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Miami summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite The Miami office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Miami summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite
2L 2027 Summer Associate - Orange County Office Orange County Practice Area Not Applicable Date Posted Jan 14, 2026 Application Deadline Dec 31, 2026 The Orange County office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Orange County summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite The Orange County office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for Orange County summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite
2L 2027 Summer Associate - San Francisco Office San Francisco Practice Area Not Applicable Date Posted Jan 14, 2026 Application Deadline Dec 31, 2026 The San Francisco office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for San Francisco summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite The San Francisco office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is currently accepting applications from 1L law students who are interested in joining us as a 2L summer associate for our 2027 Summer Program. Shook is interested in adding talent to their various litigation practice groups. We are seeking candidates who are passionate, collaborative, and have demonstrated leadership abilities. Summer associates will join a collegial work environment where you will learn about our clients, practices, lawyers, and culture. The current compensation for San Francisco summer associates is $3,845 per week. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI #LI-Onsite
Associate Office Hartford Practice Area Product Liability Litigation Date Posted Nov 17, 2025 Application Deadline Nov 17, 2026 The Hartford office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking an associate with 2 – 4 years of experience for their Product Liability Litigation practice group. The associate would work on a broad range of complex litigation including product liability, mass tort, class action, and some medical malpractice and commercial litigation matters. We are seeking candidates licensed in Connecticut with litigation experience. Former federal court clerk experience is a definite plus. Candidates should have excellent writing and research skills and thrive in a collaborative environment. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with applicable law, the annualized salary range for this position is $185,000 - $270,000, depending on the candidate’s overall experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Discretionary bonuses may also be awarded annually. Shook, Hardy & Bacon provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for attorneys which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability income protection, transportation allowance, retirement plan, and paid leave programs. The Hartford office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking an associate with 2 – 4 years of experience for their Product Liability Litigation practice group. The associate would work on a broad range of complex litigation including product liability, mass tort, class action, and some medical malpractice and commercial litigation matters. We are seeking candidates licensed in Connecticut with litigation experience. Former federal court clerk experience is a definite plus. Candidates should have excellent writing and research skills and thrive in a collaborative environment. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with applicable law, the annualized salary range for this position is $185,000 - $270,000, depending on the candidate’s overall experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Discretionary bonuses may also be awarded annually. Shook, Hardy & Bacon provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for attorneys which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability income protection, transportation allowance, retirement plan, and paid leave programs.
Business Litigation Senior Attorney Office Orange County Practice Area Business Litigation Date Posted Aug 19, 2024 Application Deadline Aug 19, 2026 The Orange County Office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking a senior attorney with 7-10 years of litigation experience to work on a broad range of complex litigation including product liability, class action, and commercial litigation matters. California state court litigation experience is necessary and federal court experience is desired. Candidates should have excellent writing and research skills and thrive in a collaborative environment. We do complex, cutting-edge work in jurisdictions across the country and locally and have a deep commitment to providing opportunities for associates to gain significant case management and courtroom experience. Please, no third party submissions. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with applicable law, the annualized salary range for this position is $305,000 - $375,000, depending on the candidate’s overall experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Discretionary bonuses may also be awarded annually. Shook, Hardy & Bacon provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for attorneys which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability income protection, transportation allowance, retirement plan, and paid leave programs. The Orange County Office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking a senior attorney with 7-10 years of litigation experience to work on a broad range of complex litigation including product liability, class action, and commercial litigation matters. California state court litigation experience is necessary and federal court experience is desired. Candidates should have excellent writing and research skills and thrive in a collaborative environment. We do complex, cutting-edge work in jurisdictions across the country and locally and have a deep commitment to providing opportunities for associates to gain significant case management and courtroom experience. Please, no third party submissions. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with applicable law, the annualized salary range for this position is $305,000 - $375,000, depending on the candidate’s overall experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Discretionary bonuses may also be awarded annually. Shook, Hardy & Bacon provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for attorneys which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability income protection, transportation allowance, retirement plan, and paid leave programs.
General Application Office All Office Locations Practice Area -Unspecified- Date Posted Jan 01, 2025 Application Deadline Jan 02, 2045 Lateral attorney candidates and judicial clerks who do not see an active posting that is right for your skill set, you may still submit your materials for consideration. Please include a resume, law school transcript, and a cover letter indicating your office of interest as well as practice areas. #LI-DNI Lateral attorney candidates and judicial clerks who do not see an active posting that is right for your skill set, you may still submit your materials for consideration. Please include a resume, law school transcript, and a cover letter indicating your office of interest as well as practice areas. #LI-DNI
IP Prosecution - Computer/Telecommunication Arts Office Kansas City/Denver Practice Area Intellectual Property Date Posted Feb 12, 2026 Application Deadline Feb 12, 2027 The Shook IP counseling team is seeking one or more patent preparation and prosecution attorneys in the computer/telecommunication arts to work with our exciting roster of brand-name clients from either our Denver or Kansas City office locations. You will work closely with our team to procure patents in the United States and abroad, prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft patentability and freedom-to-operate opinions, support IP diligence efforts, and provide strategic IP business counseling. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a talented and collegial group of attorneys who are committed to professional growth and fostering a supportive team environment. Desired candidates will have at least 4+ years of experience across all stages of patent preparation and prosecution, with a background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or other computer arts. Individual attorneys or groups of attorneys seeking new opportunities are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be members of the USPTO Patent Bar and licensed to practice law in the state where the office is located. No portable business is required. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with applicable law, the annualized salary range for this position is $200,000 – $325,000, depending on the candidate’s overall experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Discretionary bonuses may also be awarded annually. Shook, Hardy & Bacon offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for attorneys, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance and disability income protection; transportation allowance; retirement plan; and paid leave programs. The Shook IP counseling team is seeking one or more patent preparation and prosecution attorneys in the computer/telecommunication arts to work with our exciting roster of brand-name clients from either our Denver or Kansas City office locations. You will work closely with our team to procure patents in the United States and abroad, prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft patentability and freedom-to-operate opinions, support IP diligence efforts, and provide strategic IP business counseling. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a talented and collegial group of attorneys who are committed to professional growth and fostering a supportive team environment. Desired candidates will have at least 4+ years of experience across all stages of patent preparation and prosecution, with a background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or other computer arts. Individual attorneys or groups of attorneys seeking new opportunities are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be members of the USPTO Patent Bar and licensed to practice law in the state where the office is located. No portable business is required. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with applicable law, the annualized salary range for this position is $200,000 – $325,000, depending on the candidate’s overall experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Discretionary bonuses may also be awarded annually. Shook, Hardy & Bacon offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for attorneys, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance and disability income protection; transportation allowance; retirement plan; and paid leave programs.
Patent Attorney - Mechanical Arts - Kansas City or Denver Office Kansas City/Denver Practice Area Intellectual Property Date Posted Feb 04, 2026 Application Deadline Feb 04, 2027 The Shook IP counseling team is seeking one or more patent preparation and prosecution attorneys in the mechanical arts to work with our exciting roster of brand-name clients from either our Denver or Kansas City office locations. You will work closely with our team to procure patents in the United States and abroad, prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft patentability and freedom-to-operate opinions, support IP diligence efforts, and provide strategic IP business counseling. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a talented and collegial group of attorneys who are committed to professional growth and fostering a supportive team environment. Desired candidates will have at least 4+ years of experience across all stages of patent preparation and prosecution, with a focus on mechanical technologies. Individual attorneys or groups of attorneys seeking new opportunities are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be members of the USPTO Patent Bar and licensed to practice law in the state where the office is located. No portable business is required. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters. In accordance with applicable law, the annualized salary range for this position is $200,000 – $325,000, depending on the candidate’s overall experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Discretionary bonuses may also be awarded annually. Shook, Hardy & Bacon offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for attorneys, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance and disability income protection; transportation allowance; retirement plan; and paid leave programs. #SHBKansasCity&Denver The Shook IP counseling team is seeking one or more patent preparation and prosecution attorneys in the mechanical arts to work with our exciting roster of brand-name clients from either our Denver or Kansas City office locations. You will work closely with our team to procure patents in the United States and abroad, prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft patentability and freedom-to-operate opinions, support IP diligence efforts, and provide strategic IP business counseling. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a talented and collegial group of attorneys who are committed to professional growth and fostering a supportive team environment. Desired candidates will have at least 4+ years of experience across all stages of patent preparation and prosecution, with a focus on mechanical technologies. Individual attorneys or groups of attorneys seeking new opportunities are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be members of the USPTO Patent Bar and licensed to practice law in the state where the office is located. No portable business is required. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters. In accordance with applicable law, the annualized salary range for this position is $200,000 – $325,000, depending on the candidate’s overall experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Discretionary bonuses may also be awarded annually. Shook, Hardy & Bacon offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for attorneys, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance and disability income protection; transportation allowance; retirement plan; and paid leave programs. #SHBKansasCity&Denver
Product Liability Litigation Associate Office Tampa Practice Area Product Liability Litigation Date Posted Jan 27, 2026 Application Deadline May 07, 2034 The Tampa office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking a junior associate with at least 2 years of litigation experience to join our Product Liability Litigation practice group. This position would involve working on both national and local litigation matters, where an associate would have case management responsibility and would be given opportunities to take and defend depositions and appear in court. Shook, Hardy & Bacon partners are committed to providing mentorship and training to associates to ensure their long-term success at Shook. Eligible candidates must be licensed in Florida, have litigation experience, excellent writing and research skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment. Judicial clerkship experience is a plus. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Tampa office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking a junior associate with at least 2 years of litigation experience to join our Product Liability Litigation practice group. This position would involve working on both national and local litigation matters, where an associate would have case management responsibility and would be given opportunities to take and defend depositions and appear in court. Shook, Hardy & Bacon partners are committed to providing mentorship and training to associates to ensure their long-term success at Shook. Eligible candidates must be licensed in Florida, have litigation experience, excellent writing and research skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment. Judicial clerkship experience is a plus. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Product Liability Litigation Associate Office Philadelphia Practice Area Product Liability Litigation Date Posted Feb 05, 2026 Application Deadline Feb 05, 2027 The Philadelphia office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking an attorney with 2-4 years of litigation experience and strong writing and analytical skills to join the Product Liability Litigation practice group. Candidates must be licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys fast-paced litigation and has experience with defending a case, including taking and defending depositions, working with experts, attending court hearings, and drafting and arguing motions. This position is intended to work on a broad range of complex litigation matters, including mass tort, product liability, general liability, and commercial litigation. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter that is familiar with the local judges and court practices. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Philadelphia office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking an attorney with 2-4 years of litigation experience and strong writing and analytical skills to join the Product Liability Litigation practice group. Candidates must be licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys fast-paced litigation and has experience with defending a case, including taking and defending depositions, working with experts, attending court hearings, and drafting and arguing motions. This position is intended to work on a broad range of complex litigation matters, including mass tort, product liability, general liability, and commercial litigation. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter that is familiar with the local judges and court practices. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.