Sher Edling LLP is seeking law students to join our mission-driven team dedicated to protecting people and the planet for 2027 summer associate positions. Candidates must be 2Ls or 3Ls during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Sher Edling is at the forefront of litigation to hold polluters accountable for damages inflicted on communities, including cases across the country involving climate deception and drinking water contamination. Summer associates work on those high-impact environmental and consumer protection cases representing states, tribes, and local governments. They are integrated into the day-to-day work of the firm and contribute to cases across all phases of litigation, including investigation, motion practice, discovery, hearing preparation, and appeal. The assignments typically involve in-depth research and writing and creative problem-solving. Where appropriate, summer associates are involved in court appearances, depositions, and firm and client meetings, and are also invited to join the firm’s various social activities.

The firm chooses summer associates based on research and writing ability, academic record, and commitment to the work of the firm. Sher Edling is an equal opportunity employer highly committed to diversity among our lawyers and staff, and to fostering a collaborative and supportive workplace. 

Law students who have a minimum of ten weeks to commit in the summer are eligible to apply. Interested applicants should submit their:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Recent writing sample (preferably a legal brief or memorandum of no more than 10 pages that primarily reflects your work)
• Current law school transcript

The firm offers a hybrid work environment for summer associates, working out of our San Francisco office at least two days a week. Other remote work arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Applications must be received by August 15. Early applications are encouraged, and we will consider applications on a rolling basis.