KR will be accepting applications for any available summer associate positions from November through January.
2026 1L Diversity Fellowship: Keller Rohrback L.L.P. is committed to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal community and is pleased to offer its KR 1L Diversity Fellowship in furtherance of that goal. The Fellowship includes a paid summer associate position for 12 weeks in the firm’s Seattle office (shorter terms may be arranged). Paid parking or transit will be provided for onsite work.
Our Fellowship is designed to expose students to training experiences and challenging legal work as well as promote the formation of lasting connections with our attorneys and staff. There will be an opportunity to work with different lawyers and staff at the firm, including in the firm’s Complex Litigation department, which focuses on large-scale, plaintiff-side public impact litigation.
Our plaintiff-side practice is nationally recognized for its work on cutting-edge cases. The sophisticated and diverse practice includes class action and mass tort cases relating to public health, consumer protection, product liability, ERISA and financial fraud, antitrust, and the environment. We pursue high-impact litigation that makes a difference, with leadership roles in front-page litigation such as the national Opioids MDL, JUUL MDL, EpiPen pricing litigation, and PCB contamination litigation.
About the Summer Associate Experience:
Summer associates will be paired with a mentoring attorney who will provide guidance and feedback throughout the summer. Summer associates work closely with partners, associates, and staff on important cases and are offered a wide variety of challenging experiences. Often, the work that our summer associates complete will make impactful and substantive contributions to ongoing cases. Summer associates are encouraged to join in firm events and activities, POC affinity and allyship groups, training opportunities, and community activities. Our summer associate program feeds into the future success of our firm. We encourage summer associates to apply for full-time associate positions following graduation from law school and/or judicial clerkships.
Eligibility:
Students with backgrounds historically and traditionally underrepresented in the practice of law are strongly encouraged to apply. The firm is focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the local community and is only accepting applications from students who are in their first year at a law school located in Washington.
The firm is committed to hiring an individual with not only outstanding individual contributions to their law school environment but also students who have demonstrated leadership and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within their law schools and communities.
Application Process:
To apply for the 2026 KR 1L Diversity Fellowship, please submit the following materials no later than January 30, 2026.
1. Personal statement (no more than 2 single-spaced pages) describing what diversity, equity, and inclusion mean to you; experiences you have had overcoming (or attempting to overcome) challenges you have faced because of your background; and how you intend to contribute to diversity in the legal field in general and at KR in particular in the future.
2. Résumé
3. Law school transcript
4. Legal writing sample (no more than 10 pages that have not been significantly edited by others)
5. A list of at least two professional or academic references
Please submit all applications by email to [email protected]. No phone calls, please.
Applications will be reviewed collectively after the January 30, 2026, deadline. Applicants may be invited to interview in connection with the selection process.
Benefits:
Hybrid work model focusing on work/life balance.
Paid transportation for onsite work.
Paid summer holidays: Juneteenth, July 4, and Labor Day
Salary: $2,000/week
Summer Associate 2026: Keller Rohrback is currently accepting applications from 1L law students for summer 2026. Our firm seeks summer associates who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership in and service to the community, and dedication to the promotion of the legal profession. Candidates should have significant writing experience as demonstrated by moot court or prior academic or professional writing and strong interpersonal and communication skills. All candidates must be enrolled in and be in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school.
Summer Associate Program Overview:
The firm’s summer program exposes law students to the various areas of practice and offers diverse work and training experiences. Our summer associates work closely with partners, associates, and staff on important cases and are offered a wide variety of challenging experiences. Often, the work that our summer associates complete makes impactful and substantive contributions to ongoing cases.
Each summer associate is paired with a supervising attorney and associate mentor who provide guidance and feedback throughout the associateship. Our summer program is designed to expose students to challenging legal work as well as promote the formation of lasting connections between summer associates, our attorneys, and our staff.
About Keller Rohrback:
The firm’s principal office is located in Seattle, Washington, and has satellite offices in Arizona, California, Oregon, and New York. The firm is committed to diversity and inclusion among its professionals and staff.
The firm’s plaintiffs’ practice is nationally recognized for its work on cutting-edge cases. Our Complex Litigation Group represents plaintiffs in large-scale, complex cases involving corporate wrongdoing. Our practice is sophisticated and diverse and includes class action and mass tort cases relating to public health, consumer protection, product liability, ERISA and financial fraud, antitrust, and environmental law cases. We pursue high-impact litigation that makes a difference.
Apply:
Keller Rohrback will be accepting a limited number of applicants for its 2026 summer program. To apply, please submit a resumé, cover letter, writing sample, law school transcript, and references to [email protected]. No phone calls, please.
The application deadline is Friday, January 16, 2026.
Salary: $2,000/week
Attorney: Keller Rohrback L.L.P., a nationally recognized law firm, seeks an attorney with a minimum of 4-5 years of experience in civil litigation, estate planning, and/or probate and trust administration, for its Portland office. This attorney will have the opportunity to grow their individual practice as part of a well-established, national law firm, while helping to support a partner with a busy litigation practice focused on estate and business litigation. Keller Rohrback is nationally recognized for its legal work on cutting-edge cases. Our practice is sophisticated and diverse. Keller Rohrback’s Portland office is growing and provides an exciting, friendly, supportive environment.
The ideal candidate will have experience in estate litigation, business litigation, or other compatible areas of civil litigation; probate and trust administration; and/or estate planning. The ideal candidate will also have some established book of business, referral sources, a strong network, and motivation to build their practice. This attorney will be expected to independently manage a case load while supporting the Firm’s existing litigation matters. Prior judicial law clerk experience is a plus. Active Oregon State bar membership or the ability to obtain membership via reciprocity is required. Washington State bar membership or the ability to obtain it is desirable. The position is full-time, remote/on-site hybrid, with benefits.
Salary Range: $145,000 - $175,000
Benefits: Keller Rohrback’s benefits package is focused on the health and well-being of our team and includes the following
• Medical, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability benefits
• Transportation subsidy
• Paid time off
• Family and medical leave
• Paid Holidays
• 401k and Profit-Sharing plans
• Bonus
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references to our main office: Director of Administration, Keller Rohrback L.L.P., 1201 Third Avenue, Suite 3400, Seattle, WA 98101, or to [email protected]. No phone calls, please.
Lateral Associate: Keller Rohrback L.L.P., a Pacific Northwest-based law firm, seeks a highly qualified litigation associate for its Complex Litigation department. Keller Rohrback’s plaintiffs’ practice is nationally recognized for its work on cutting-edge cases. Our practice is sophisticated and diverse and includes complex litigation relating to public health, consumer protection, product liability, financial fraud, antitrust, and environmental law cases. We pursue high-impact cases that make a difference.
The job opening is in the Seattle or Santa Barbara office. The successful candidate will have completed a judicial clerkship and/or have 2-3 years of law firm or government experience working in complex litigation. Excellent writing and research skills are required. The candidate must be interested in joining an active and fast-paced litigation team that spans multiple practice areas. Active Washington or California State bar membership or ability to obtain membership via reciprocity is required. The position is full-time with benefits.
Salary Range: $155,000 - $180,000
Benefits: Keller Rohrback’s benefits package is focused on the health and well-being of our team and includes the following
• Medical, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability benefits
• Transportation subsidy
• Paid time off
• Family and medical leave
• Paid Holidays
• 401k and Profit-Sharing plans
• Year-end Merit Bonus
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references to: Director of Administration, Keller Rohrback L.L.P., 1201 Third Avenue, Suite 3400, Seattle, WA 98101 or to [email protected] - no phone calls, please.
For more information about the Keller Rohrback Complex Litigation department, please visit www.krcomplexlit.com.
EOC Statement: Keller Rohrback is committed to promoting and preserving a firm culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion) and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, life experiences, and other characteristics that make each one of us unique. At Keller Rohrback, we believe that a diverse workforce provides greater support for our staff and attorneys, leads to better teams, enhances creativity, and better serves our clients and community.