Gain Experience. Develop Lasting Connections. Embark on Your Career.
Are you interested in gaining real-world experience at a prestigious, collegial law firm? Each year, Foster Garvey welcomes a group of talented and enthusiastic law students to join our team as Summer Associates in our Seattle office. Through our program, summer associates get access to direct client service, meaningful work, and numerous opportunities for professional growth.
We’re looking for highly motivated candidates with excellent writing and analytical skills, solid academic performance, and a passion for delivering outstanding work.
The Foster Garvey Summer Associate Experience
As a summer associate here, you’ll be entrusted with substantive assignments from day one. You'll provide valuable support by drafting trial briefs or summary judgment motions for high-profile cases, analyzing contracts on behalf of leading corporations, and participating in groundbreaking transactions. You will also have the chance to work on public service matters that make a profound impact in our communities.
We’re intentional about your professional development. You’ll be paired with an associate and a principal mentor to guide you, give constructive feedback, and help you get the most out of your experience. Our summer associates also get a lens into what it’s like to practice law at a firm centered around integrity, innovation, and insight.
At Foster Garvey, we believe that collegiality, equality, and respect for people of all backgrounds are essential to our firm’s culture and the way we do business. Through our Opportunity & Progress Council (OPC), we’re working to break down institutional and cultural barriers to diversity, equity, and inclusion within our firm and community.
We value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive together. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
See What Foster Garvey Has to Offer
If you’re driven, team-oriented, and passionate about your legal career, we strongly encourage you to apply for our Summer Associate Program.
The application period for the 2026 Summer Associate program opens on Monday, June 2, 2025. When applying, please submit your resume, cover letter, reference sheet, and writing sample. We look forward to hearing from you!
Please note:
- Questions about this process should be directed to georgia.woodruff@foster.com.
- Our Portland, New York, Spokane, Tulsa, and Washington, D.C. offices are not accepting applications for Summer 2026.
