Firm Summary
White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be.

With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world’s key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work.

It’s not just about our global network of offices; it’s the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It’s one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work.

Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Our people represent 125 nationalities and speak 92 languages.

Positions

USA Graduate


2026 White & Case 2L Summer Associate (Boston)

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Summer Associate Program
Get ready to make your mark with us. White & Case is seeking motivated and talented law students for our Summer Associate Program. As a summer associate, you will gain hands-on experience working on substantive legal matters, receive mentorship from experienced lawyers and participate in professional development opportunities. You will be welcomed as an integral member of our team from day one, receiving the support and tools you need to thrive. Our ten-week Summer Program is designed to leverage your skills and ambition. You will be exposed to practice areas of interest to you, working side-by-side with our lawyers. Summer associates have the opportunity to explore various practice areas and assignments, including pro bono work.

All US summer associates begin the program with the Launch Your Career (LYC) Program in New York City. This comprehensive orientation and training program is tailored to set you up for success, while also offering social events to help you build connections with your class. Each summer associate is paired with a mentor to guide you throughout the summer and beyond. We want you to get to know our people and experience our Firm culture because these are the biggest indicators of what your full-time experience will be like. Each office hosts a variety of social events, providing opportunities to network and connect with fellow summer associates and lawyers in a casual and relaxed setting.

If you are a collaborative team player with a global perspective, a drive to succeed and a proactive approach to your career, we want to hear from you.

NOTE: Please only apply to your first-choice office. If applicable, you can list your second-choice office on your application. All applicants will be asked to complete a video interview within 48 hours of submitting their materials.

Basic Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a JD program at an accredited law school in the US or Canada with a graduation date of winter 2026 or spring 2027
  • Eligible to sit for the Bar Exam in the jurisdiction to which you are applying upon graduation
Location & Compensation
  • Boston
  • Salary is US$4,330/week
Equal Opportunities
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
 
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact usgradrecruiting@whitecase.com.

Benefits
Our Firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.

2026 White & Case 2L Summer Associate (Chicago)

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Summer Associate Program
Get ready to make your mark with us. White & Case is seeking motivated and talented law students for our Summer Associate Program. As a summer associate, you will gain hands-on experience working on substantive legal matters, receive mentorship from experienced lawyers and participate in professional development opportunities. You will be welcomed as an integral member of our team from day one, receiving the support and tools you need to thrive. Our ten-week Summer Program is designed to leverage your skills and ambition. You will be exposed to practice areas of interest to you, working side-by-side with our lawyers. Summer associates have the opportunity to explore various practice areas and assignments, including pro bono work.

All US summer associates begin the program with the Launch Your Career (LYC) Program in New York City. This comprehensive orientation and training program is tailored to set you up for success, while also offering social events to help you build connections with your class. Each summer associate is paired with a mentor to guide you throughout the summer and beyond. We want you to get to know our people and experience our Firm culture because these are the biggest indicators of what your full-time experience will be like. Each office hosts a variety of social events, providing opportunities to network and connect with fellow summer associates and lawyers in a casual and relaxed setting.

If you are a collaborative team player with a global perspective, a drive to succeed and a proactive approach to your career, we want to hear from you.

NOTE: Please only apply to your first-choice office. If applicable, you can list your second-choice office on your application. All applicants will be asked to complete a video interview within 48 hours of submitting their materials.

Basic Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a JD program at an accredited law school in the US or Canada with a graduation date of winter 2026 or spring 2027
  • Eligible to sit for the Bar Exam in the jurisdiction to which you are applying upon graduation
Location & Compensation
  • Chicago
  • Salary is US$4,330/week
Equal Opportunities
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
 
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact usgradrecruiting@whitecase.com.

Benefits
Our Firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.

2026 White & Case 2L Summer Associate (Houston)

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Summer Associate Program
Get ready to make your mark with us. White & Case is seeking motivated and talented law students for our Summer Associate Program. As a summer associate, you will gain hands-on experience working on substantive legal matters, receive mentorship from experienced lawyers and participate in professional development opportunities. You will be welcomed as an integral member of our team from day one, receiving the support and tools you need to thrive. Our ten-week Summer Program is designed to leverage your skills and ambition. You will be exposed to practice areas of interest to you, working side-by-side with our lawyers. Summer associates have the opportunity to explore various practice areas and assignments, including pro bono work.

All US summer associates begin the program with the Launch Your Career (LYC) Program in New York City. This comprehensive orientation and training program is tailored to set you up for success, while also offering social events to help you build connections with your class. Each summer associate is paired with a mentor to guide you throughout the summer and beyond. We want you to get to know our people and experience our Firm culture because these are the biggest indicators of what your full-time experience will be like. Each office hosts a variety of social events, providing opportunities to network and connect with fellow summer associates and lawyers in a casual and relaxed setting.

If you are a collaborative team player with a global perspective, a drive to succeed and a proactive approach to your career, we want to hear from you.

NOTE: Please only apply to your first-choice office. If applicable, you can list your second-choice office on your application. All applicants will be asked to complete a video interview within 48 hours of submitting their materials.

Basic Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a JD program at an accredited law school in the US or Canada with a graduation date of winter 2026 or spring 2027
  • Eligible to sit for the Bar Exam in the jurisdiction to which you are applying upon graduation
Location & Compensation
  • Houston
  • Salary is US$4,330/week
Equal Opportunities
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
 
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact usgradrecruiting@whitecase.com.

Benefits
Our Firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.

2026 White & Case 2L Summer Associate (Los Angeles)

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Summer Associate Program
Get ready to make your mark with us. White & Case is seeking motivated and talented law students for our Summer Associate Program. As a summer associate, you will gain hands-on experience working on substantive legal matters, receive mentorship from experienced lawyers and participate in professional development opportunities. You will be welcomed as an integral member of our team from day one, receiving the support and tools you need to thrive. Our ten-week Summer Program is designed to leverage your skills and ambition. You will be exposed to practice areas of interest to you, working side-by-side with our lawyers. Summer associates have the opportunity to explore various practice areas and assignments, including pro bono work.

All US summer associates begin the program with the Launch Your Career (LYC) Program in New York City. This comprehensive orientation and training program is tailored to set you up for success, while also offering social events to help you build connections with your class. Each summer associate is paired with a mentor to guide you throughout the summer and beyond. We want you to get to know our people and experience our Firm culture because these are the biggest indicators of what your full-time experience will be like. Each office hosts a variety of social events, providing opportunities to network and connect with fellow summer associates and lawyers in a casual and relaxed setting.

If you are a collaborative team player with a global perspective, a drive to succeed and a proactive approach to your career, we want to hear from you.

NOTE: Please only apply to your first-choice office. If applicable, you can list your second-choice office on your application. All applicants will be asked to complete a video interview within 48 hours of submitting their materials.

Basic Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a JD program at an accredited law school in the US or Canada with a graduation date of winter 2026 or spring 2027
  • Eligible to sit for the Bar Exam in the jurisdiction to which you are applying upon graduation
Location & Compensation
  • Los Angeles
  • Salary is US$4,330/week
Equal Opportunities
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
 
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact usgradrecruiting@whitecase.com.

Benefits
Our Firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.

2026 White & Case 2L Summer Associate (Miami)

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Summer Associate Program
Get ready to make your mark with us. White & Case is seeking motivated and talented law students for our Summer Associate Program. As a summer associate, you will gain hands-on experience working on substantive legal matters, receive mentorship from experienced lawyers and participate in professional development opportunities. You will be welcomed as an integral member of our team from day one, receiving the support and tools you need to thrive. Our ten-week Summer Program is designed to leverage your skills and ambition. You will be exposed to practice areas of interest to you, working side-by-side with our lawyers. Summer associates have the opportunity to explore various practice areas and assignments, including pro bono work.

All US summer associates begin the program with the Launch Your Career (LYC) Program in New York City. This comprehensive orientation and training program is tailored to set you up for success, while also offering social events to help you build connections with your class. Each summer associate is paired with a mentor to guide you throughout the summer and beyond. We want you to get to know our people and experience our Firm culture because these are the biggest indicators of what your full-time experience will be like. Each office hosts a variety of social events, providing opportunities to network and connect with fellow summer associates and lawyers in a casual and relaxed setting.

If you are a collaborative team player with a global perspective, a drive to succeed and a proactive approach to your career, we want to hear from you.

NOTE: Please only apply to your first-choice office. If applicable, you can list your second-choice office on your application. All applicants will be asked to complete a video interview within 48 hours of submitting their materials.

Basic Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a JD program at an accredited law school in the US or Canada with a graduation date of winter 2026 or spring 2027
  • Eligible to sit for the Bar Exam in the jurisdiction to which you are applying upon graduation
Location & Compensation
  • Miami
  • Salary is US$4,330/week
Equal Opportunities
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
 
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact usgradrecruiting@whitecase.com.

Benefits
Our Firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.

2026 White & Case 2L Summer Associate (New York)

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Summer Associate Program
Get ready to make your mark with us. White & Case is seeking motivated and talented law students for our Summer Associate Program. As a summer associate, you will gain hands-on experience working on substantive legal matters, receive mentorship from experienced lawyers and participate in professional development opportunities. You will be welcomed as an integral member of our team from day one, receiving the support and tools you need to thrive. Our ten-week Summer Program is designed to leverage your skills and ambition. You will be exposed to practice areas of interest to you, working side-by-side with our lawyers. Summer associates have the opportunity to explore various practice areas and assignments, including pro bono work.

All US summer associates begin the program with the Launch Your Career (LYC) Program in New York City. This comprehensive orientation and training program is tailored to set you up for success, while also offering social events to help you build connections with your class. Each summer associate is paired with a mentor to guide you throughout the summer and beyond. We want you to get to know our people and experience our Firm culture because these are the biggest indicators of what your full-time experience will be like. Each office hosts a variety of social events, providing opportunities to network and connect with fellow summer associates and lawyers in a casual and relaxed setting.

If you are a collaborative team player with a global perspective, a drive to succeed and a proactive approach to your career, we want to hear from you.

NOTE: Please only apply to your first-choice office. If applicable, you can list your second-choice office on your application. All applicants will be asked to complete a video interview within 48 hours of submitting their materials.

Basic Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a JD program at an accredited law school in the US or Canada with a graduation date of winter 2026 or spring 2027
  • Eligible to sit for the Bar Exam in the jurisdiction to which you are applying upon graduation
Location & Compensation
  • New York
  • Salary is US$4,330/week
Equal Opportunities
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
 
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact usgradrecruiting@whitecase.com.

Benefits
Our Firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.

2026 White & Case 2L Summer Associate (Silicon Valley)

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Summer Associate Program
Get ready to make your mark with us. White & Case is seeking motivated and talented law students for our Summer Associate Program. As a summer associate, you will gain hands-on experience working on substantive legal matters, receive mentorship from experienced lawyers and participate in professional development opportunities. You will be welcomed as an integral member of our team from day one, receiving the support and tools you need to thrive. Our ten-week Summer Program is designed to leverage your skills and ambition. You will be exposed to practice areas of interest to you, working side-by-side with our lawyers. Summer associates have the opportunity to explore various practice areas and assignments, including pro bono work.

All US summer associates begin the program with the Launch Your Career (LYC) Program in New York City. This comprehensive orientation and training program is tailored to set you up for success, while also offering social events to help you build connections with your class. Each summer associate is paired with a mentor to guide you throughout the summer and beyond. We want you to get to know our people and experience our Firm culture because these are the biggest indicators of what your full-time experience will be like. Each office hosts a variety of social events, providing opportunities to network and connect with fellow summer associates and lawyers in a casual and relaxed setting.

If you are a collaborative team player with a global perspective, a drive to succeed and a proactive approach to your career, we want to hear from you.

NOTE: Please only apply to your first-choice office. If applicable, you can list your second-choice office on your application. All applicants will be asked to complete a video interview within 48 hours of submitting their materials.

Basic Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a JD program at an accredited law school in the US or Canada with a graduation date of winter 2026 or spring 2027
  • Eligible to sit for the Bar Exam in the jurisdiction to which you are applying upon graduation
Location & Compensation
  • Silicon Valley
  • Salary is US$4,330/week
Equal Opportunities
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
 
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact usgradrecruiting@whitecase.com.

Benefits
Our Firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.

2026 White & Case 2L Summer Associate (Washington, D.C.)

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Summer Associate Program
Get ready to make your mark with us. White & Case is seeking motivated and talented law students for our Summer Associate Program. As a summer associate, you will gain hands-on experience working on substantive legal matters, receive mentorship from experienced lawyers and participate in professional development opportunities. You will be welcomed as an integral member of our team from day one, receiving the support and tools you need to thrive. Our ten-week Summer Program is designed to leverage your skills and ambition. You will be exposed to practice areas of interest to you, working side-by-side with our lawyers. Summer associates have the opportunity to explore various practice areas and assignments, including pro bono work.

All US summer associates begin the program with the Launch Your Career (LYC) Program in New York City. This comprehensive orientation and training program is tailored to set you up for success, while also offering social events to help you build connections with your class. Each summer associate is paired with a mentor to guide you throughout the summer and beyond. We want you to get to know our people and experience our Firm culture because these are the biggest indicators of what your full-time experience will be like. Each office hosts a variety of social events, providing opportunities to network and connect with fellow summer associates and lawyers in a casual and relaxed setting.

If you are a collaborative team player with a global perspective, a drive to succeed and a proactive approach to your career, we want to hear from you.

NOTE: Please only apply to your first-choice office. If applicable, you can list your second-choice office on your application. All applicants will be asked to complete a video interview within 48 hours of submitting their materials.

Basic Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a JD program at an accredited law school in the US or Canada with a graduation date of winter 2026 or spring 2027
  • Eligible to sit for the Bar Exam in the jurisdiction to which you are applying upon graduation
Location & Compensation
  • Washington, DC
  • Salary is US$4,330/week
Equal Opportunities
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
 
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact usgradrecruiting@whitecase.com.

Benefits
Our Firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.
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