At Latham & Watkins, you’ll work on the most challenging and complex matters — work that makes headlines worldwide.
We invest in your future, providing substantial resources to support your growth from an intellectually curious self-starter to an exceptional lawyer. Your comprehensive training includes personal mentoring, career coaching, and hands-on learning, all complemented by rigorous substantive education and our signature academies.
You'll join teams that prioritize excellence over ego within a culture that encourages initiative and input at all levels. We invite you to embrace responsibility early and engage in open discussions.
Latham leads the market in every major financial and business center around the world, offering unmatched scale and a commitment to unparalleled quality. Excellence permeates everything we do, and we seek individuals who approach their careers with drive and ambition. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.
Our summer program offers a genuine glimpse into the life of a junior associate at Latham & Watkins. You will actively contribute through our Unassigned Program, which empowers you to explore our market-leading practices and award-winning industry groups that drive the global economy, as well as participate in pro bono work.
Encouraging young people to pursue legal careers begins with educating them early about the legal profession. As such, we support a number of programs aimed at expanding access to the legal profession.
Explore opportunities for judicial clerks and entry-level associate hires.
Latham’s competitive salary and comprehensive benefits reflect our commitment to our people.
Complete one of our Job Simulations, hosted on Forage, to better prepare for your application and interview. As a participant, you will complete simulated legal tasks created by our lawyers at Latham — allowing you to build practical legal skills, and learn about life at Latham and the work we do. Get started here.
Whether you’re looking to meet us on campus, or from the comfort of your own space, Latham offers unparalleled chances to connect. Engage with us through our many on-campus events, or register for one of our upcoming virtual recruiting events.
Learn more about the application process and our recruiting timeline. We look forward to meeting you.
Explore our interview preparation site to guide you through each step of the application process, and provide you with helpful resources that will aid you in showcasing your skills and potential. We encourage you to view our profiles on Vault and Chambers Associate to gain deeper insights into our reputation, practice areas, and global reach. These resources offer a comprehensive view of our firm, helping you make informed decisions about your legal career.