2027 Associate - Entry-Level Judicial Clerk
Office Multiple
Practice Area Unspecified
Date Posted Aug 04, 2026
Please note: This position is for candidates who have already graduated from law school and are currently clerking for a judge, and are looking for opportunities beginning in fall 2027. It is intended for candidates who have not practiced at a law firm as a licensed attorney prior to their clerkship. We will not be accepting search firm submissions for this position.
Faegre Drinker recognizes the valuable real-world experience that former clerks bring to our practice and actively seeks lawyers with clerkship experience from both federal and state courts to join the firm as associates. More than 200 of our current attorneys have served as judicial clerks, including for the United States Supreme Court, United States Courts of Appeal, United States District Courts and state Supreme Courts. We recruit judicial clerks into specific practices and offices and encourage current clerks to apply by submitting a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.
We evaluate our needs for judicial clerks on a rolling basis; we will contact you directly if our practice group needs align with your experience and interest. Please contact Emily Reichs, Director of Lateral Recruiting, at emily.reichs@faegredrinker.com with any questions.
We offer a competitive bonus for judicial clerks and provide development year credit for clerkship experience. The anticipated initial annual salary range for an entry-level clerk depends on location and can range between $160,000 – $255,000.
Actual initial salary will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
For candidates residing in California, please click here for access to our firm’s California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Applicant Privacy Policy.
In alignment with applicable Colorado state law, applications for this role will be accepted through September 1, 2027.
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2027 Associate - Lateral Judicial Clerk
Office Multiple
Practice Area Unspecified
Date Posted Aug 07, 2026
Please note: This position is for candidates who have already graduated from law school and are currently clerking for a judge. It is intended for candidates who have practiced at a law firm as a licensed attorney prior to their clerkship.
Faegre Drinker recognizes the valuable real-world experience that former clerks bring to our practice and actively seeks lawyers with clerkship experience from both federal and state courts to join the firm as associates. More than 200 of our current attorneys have served as judicial clerks, including for the United States Supreme Court, United States Courts of Appeal, United States District Courts and state Supreme Courts. We recruit judicial clerks into specific practices and offices and encourage current clerks to apply by submitting a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.
We evaluate our associate needs for lateral clerks on a rolling basis; we will contact you directly if our practice group needs align with your experience and interest. Please contact Emily Reichs, Director of Lateral Recruiting, at emily.reichs@faegredrinker.com with any questions.
We offer a competitive bonus for judicial clerks and provide development year credit for clerkship experience. The anticipated initial annual salary range for a lateral clerk depends on location and can range between $170,000 – $335,000.
Actual initial salary will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
For candidates residing in California, please click here for access to our firm’s California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Applicant Privacy Policy.
In alignment with applicable Colorado state law, applications for this role will be accepted through September 1, 2027.
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2027 Entry-Level Associate - Corporate
Office Multiple
Practice Area Corporate
Date Posted Sep 23, 2026
Faegre Drinker’s growing Corporate Practice is accepting applications from 3L/4LE students interested in joining its 2027 entry-level class of partner-track associates. This position is open in Minneapolis and Philadelphia.
Lawyers in Faegre Drinker’s Corporate Practice serve as trusted legal advisors to leading public companies, private equity firms, investment banks, and other business clients on their most important and strategic transactions and business decisions. Associates in the group have the opportunity to build a diverse portfolio of work from among a range of matters, including mergers & acquisitions (M&A), securities, public and corporate finance, tax, and other corporate matters.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, transcript and a cover letter which specifies which office(s) they wish to be considered for.
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $200,000 - $215,000.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan. Please contact Jennifer Cordie, Associate Recruiting Manager, at jennifer.cordie@faegredrinker.com with any questions.
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2027 Entry-Level Associate - Investment Management
Office Multiple
Practice Area Investment Management
Date Posted Oct 12, 2026
Faegre Drinker’s growing Investment Management Practice is accepting applications from 3L students interested in joining its 2027 entry-level class of partner-track associates. This position is open in the following offices: New York, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Minneapolis, Chicago, and Denver.
Our investment management attorneys advise both registered and private funds, as well as institutional investors, on fund formation, governance, regulatory compliance, and disputes, serving as fund and independent counsel. We deliver comprehensive legal services to a diverse client base, including billion-dollar fund families, startups, pension funds, and endowments—with expertise spanning alternative investments, risk management, and tax. Our multi-disciplinary team also develops customized compliance strategies and provides policy advocacy, helping clients navigate complex regulatory environments and minimize risk.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, transcript and a cover letter which specifies which office(s) they wish to be considered for.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $200,000-$225,000.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
In alignment with applicable Colorado state law, applications for this role will be accepted through December 31, 2026.
Please contact Jennifer Cordie with questions at jennifer.cordie@faegredrinker.com.
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Associate
Office Multiple
Practice Area Unspecified
Date Posted Sep 11, 2023
Faegre Drinker is recruiting experienced associates in our key industries and practice areas who have exceptional credentials and a genuine passion for the law. If you are interested in a position for which we don't have an active, posted need, you may submit your application here on an opportunistic basis. The application will ask you to indicate the practice group and office in which you are most interested. Opportunistic candidates should have relevant experience and excellent credentials to be considered for these unposted roles. Required application materials include your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample. We evaluate our associate needs on a rolling basis; we will contact you directly if our practice group needs align with your experience and interest. Please contact Jennifer Cordie, Associate Recruiting Manager, with any questions at jennifer.cordie@faegredrinker.com. Pursuant to Colorado state law, we are continuously accepting applications. The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is listed below by associate level. Level 2-4: $170,000 - $280,000 Level 5-7: $205,000 - $325,000 For candidates residing in California, please click here for access to our firm’s California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Applicant Privacy Policy. |
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Business Litigation Associate - Chicago
Office Chicago, IL
Practice Area Business Litigation
Date Posted Nov 03, 2026
Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting an associate to join our Business Litigation team in our Chicago office. This position offers the opportunity to work on phases of complex commercial litigation and white-collar matters, including breach of contract and business torts, class actions, merger and acquisition litigation, and federal and state enforcement actions.
Successful candidates will have between four to five years of law firm or government experience and demonstrated experience handling all aspects of civil litigation and white-collar matters. Strong academic credentials, attention to detail, and strong writing and analytical skills are required. If you are looking for an opportunity to practice at a firm with a growing Chicago office, strong culture, and collaborative environment, please apply online. You should include a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and recent writing sample. Candidates who have served as a judicial law clerk are strongly encouraged to apply.
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $280,000 – $300,000.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
Please contact Nadine Ott, Associate Recruiting Manager, at nadine.ott@faegredrinker.com with any questions.
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Business Litigation Associate - Des Moines
Office Des Moines, IA
Practice Area Business Litigation
Date Posted Jan 20, 2026
Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting an associate to join our Business Litigation practice, resident in our Des Moines office. This position offers the opportunity to practice in all phases of general commercial, civil and business litigation matters with a national and international client base.
We are seeking candidates with 0–6 years of legal experience. Recent clerkship experience is a plus. Candidates must demonstrate excellent academic credentials, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and superior writing and analytical abilities. Active membership in the Iowa bar, or eligibility for admission by waiver, is required. Candidates must obtain admission to the Iowa bar if not already a member.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include a cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript.
Please contact Nadine Ott, Associate Recruiting Manager, with any questions at nadine.ott@faegredrinker.com.
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Business Litigation Associate - Minneapolis
Office Minneapolis, MN
Practice Area Business Litigation
Date Posted Jun 22, 2026
Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting a Business Litigation associate, resident in our Minneapolis office. This position offers the opportunity to practice in all phases of general commercial, civil and business litigation matters with a national and international client base. We are seeking candidates with a solid background and prior experience in complex commercial litigation such as consumer class actions, antitrust litigation, merger and acquisition litigation, securities and shareholder litigation, corporate governance disputes, franchise litigation, contractor classification disputes, real estate financing and development disputes, and/or multi-district or multi-forum litigation.
Successful candidates will have two to five years of law firm experience in a litigation-based practice with particular emphasis on litigation procedure, including the discovery process and e-discovery. Deposition, hearing and oral argument experience is a plus. Excellent academic credentials as well as strong organization skills, attention to detail, writing and analytical skills are required, as is active bar membership.
If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include a cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript. Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
Please contact Nadine Ott, Associate Recruiting Manager, with any questions at nadine.ott@faegredrinker.com. |
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Construction Transactions Associate – Energy and Infrastructure Projects
Office Multiple
Practice Area Construction & Real Estate Litigation
Date Posted May 21, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking an associate with three to six years of construction-related transactional experience to join its nationally recognized Construction and Infrastructure Transactions practice. Our team drafts and negotiates sophisticated contracts, including EPC agreements, design-build documents, alternative delivery contracts, supply and purchase agreements, service and engineering agreements, and consulting agreements, for large-scale energy, transportation, and industrial infrastructure projects.
Candidates can sit in any of the following offices: Boulder, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Des Moines, Fort Wayne (IN), Indianapolis, Minneapolis, New York, or Princeton (NJ). The ideal candidate will have demonstrated proficiency independently drafting and negotiating these contract types, with hands-on experience advising on risk allocation, indemnification, insurance, bonding, and other critical commercial terms. Excellent legal writing skills, strong academic credentials, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and multidisciplinary project teams are required. This is a high-responsibility role within a collaborative, fast-paced practice handling matters of national significance for institutional clients. Associates benefit from direct partner mentorship, early client contact, and sustained opportunities for professional growth. Qualified candidates eager to contribute to complex, high-stakes infrastructure transactions are encouraged to apply.
If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include a cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $180,000 – $315,000.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
In alignment with applicable Colorado state law, applications for this role will be accepted through December 15, 2026.
Please contact Sarah Nestle, Associate Recruiting Manager, with any questions at sarah.nestle@faegredrinker.com.
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Corporate Associate – Executive Compensation
Office Multiple
Practice Area Corporate
Date Posted Nov 04, 2026
Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting an Associate to join the Corporate Practice Group in any of our offices located in the United States.
*Candidates must list the resident office in which they wish to be considered in their cover letter.
We are seeking candidates with 5 to 10 years (depending on relevant experience) of sophisticated work drafting and advising on equity and executive compensation plans and awards, public company governance and securities disclosures involving executive compensation, and other executive compensation issues such as complex transactions, deferred compensation and employment agreements. This position will focus on compliance work supporting ongoing equity and executive compensation matters for public and private companies, with limited involvement in transaction-related matters. Experience with broader employee benefits, tax, corporate and/or securities at a large law firm is preferred. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, a can-do, problem-solving attitude, intrinsic motivation, ability to work collaboratively and strong academic credentials are required.
Faegre Drinker's Corporate Practice Group provides a full range of services to public and private companies, private equity funds and financial institutions. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $205,000 - $335,000.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, and consistent with applicable law, including the location of the resident office. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
In alignment with applicable Colorado state law, applications for this role will be accepted through Sunday, January 31.
For candidates residing in California, please click here for access to our firm’s California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Applicant Privacy Policy.
Please contact Frannie De Simone, Associate Recruiting Manager, at frannie.desimone@faegredrinker.com with any questions.
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Corporate Associate - Finance
Office Multiple
Practice Area Corporate
Date Posted Sep 26, 2025
Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting a finance associate to join the Corporate practice group in any of the following offices: Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; Indianapolis; Fort Wayne; Chicago; Minneapolis; Denver.
*Candidates must list the office in which they wish to be considered for in the requested cover letter.
We are seeking candidates with three to six years of experience in corporate finance and/or working with financial institutions, private credit lenders or borrowers in finance transactions, including loan originations and real estate financings. The candidate must have experience drafting loan, security, intercreditor and related documents, advising on covenant compliance, leading due diligence teams, managing specialists, and drafting documents. The successful candidate also will have excellent writing skills, superior academics, and the ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision.
Faegre Drinker's Corporate Practice Group provides a full range of services to public and private companies, private equity funds and financial institutions. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $180,000 – $315,000.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
In alignment with applicable Colorado state law, applications for this role will be accepted through January 31, 2027.
Please contact Frannie De Simone, Associate Recruiting Manager, with any questions at frannie.desimone@faegredrinker.com.
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Corporate Associate - Mergers & Acquisitions
Office Multiple
Practice Area Corporate
Date Posted Apr 09, 2024
Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting an associate to join the Corporate practice group in any of our offices located in the United States.
*Candidates must list the office in which they wish to be considered for in the requested cover letter.
We are seeking candidates with three to six years of experience in corporate law, with particular experience in mergers & acquisitions and other general corporate and commercial matters. The candidate must have experience drafting transaction documents, leading due diligence teams and managing specialists. The candidate should also have excellent writing skills, superior academics, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in parallel. Faegre Drinker's Corporate Practice Group provides a full range of services to public and private companies, private equity funds and financial institutions. Preference will be given to candidates with experience incorporating artificial intelligence into legal practice.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $180,000 - $315,000.
Actual initial salary will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
In alignment with applicable Colorado state law, applications for this role will be accepted through January 31, 2027.
For candidates residing in California, please click here for access to our firm’s California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Applicant Privacy Policy.
If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing collaborative firm, please apply online including your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and deal sheet. Please contact Frannie De Simone with any questions at frannie.desimone@faegredrinker.com.
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Corporate Associate – Public Companies & Governance – Minneapolis
Office Minneapolis, MN
Practice Area Corporate
Date Posted Jul 02, 2024
We are seeking candidates with four to five years of experience advising public companies on securities compliance (financial reporting and other ’34 Act compliance matters) and corporate governance. Candidates should have demonstrated experience on a wide variety of securities law compliance, disclosure and corporate governance matters. This position will work closely with other members of the firm’s Public Companies & Governance team to assist with day-to-day securities law counseling, as well as handling significant governance transactions, such as executive succession, corporate crises, shareholder proposals and other shareholder activism. Prior experience with general corporate matters, including securities offerings and/or mergers and acquisitions is helpful, and some prior in-house experience is also valued. The successful candidate also will have strong academic credentials, strong communication skills, a commitment to being highly responsive and a demonstrated interest in public company compliance and corporate governance. Faegre Drinker’s Public Companies & Governance team serves as primary securities compliance and governance counsel to more than sixty public companies spanning diverse industries, which include companies ranging from newly public emerging growth companies to Fortune 500 companies. Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance. The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $245,000 – $265,000. Actual initial salary will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing collaborative firm, please apply online including your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and deal sheet. Please contact Frannie De Simone with any questions at frannie.desimone@faegredrinker.com. |
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Corporate Associate - Securities/Capital Markets
Office Multiple
Practice Area Corporate
Date Posted Apr 09, 2021
Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting an associate to join the Capital Markets practice group in any of our offices. Exceptional candidates may be considered to work remotely in other markets. Our Capital Markets team represents issuers, investment banks, investors and other market participants in debt, equity and structured transactions, as well as assisting investment banks with regulatory compliance and advisory engagements.
*Candidates must list the office or market in which they wish to be considered for in the requested cover letter.
We are seeking candidates with three to five years of experience in securities law advice and capital markets transactions.
Candidates should have specific expertise in capital markets and experience working at a large firm. In particular, familiarity with public securities offerings, including IPOs, registered direct offerings and structured deals, as well as PIPEs. Additional expertise with public company reporting obligations and corporate governance requirements is highly valued. The candidate must have experience advising on registration requirements, drafting registration statements, RD purchase agreements, PIPE agreements and other offering documents, managing transactions and leading due diligence teams. The successful candidate also will have excellent writing skills, superior academics, and the ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision. Faegre Drinker's Corporate Practice Group provides a full range of services to public and private companies, investment banks, private equity funds and other financial institutions.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $180,000 - $300,000.
Actual initial salary will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
In alignment with applicable Colorado state law, applications for this role will be accepted through Tuesday, December 15.
For candidates residing in California, please click here for access to our firm’s California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Applicant Privacy Policy.
If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing collaborative firm, please apply online including your resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and deal sheet. Please contact Frannie De Simone with any questions at frannie.desimone@faegredrinker.com.
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Intellectual Property Associate – Trademark, Copyright, Advertising and Media (T-CAM)
Office Multiple
Practice Area Intellectual Property
Date Posted Oct 02, 2026
Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting for an Associate to join the trademark, copyright, advertising and media practice within our Intellectual Property group. The position can be based in our Chicago, Denver, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, or Washington D.C. offices.
This position can offer the opportunity to work on trademark, copyright, and advertising issues, and may include both counseling and prosecution matters and contentious matters in courts and before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, Copyright Office, and the National Advertising Division. Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years’ experience in trademark law. Experience with copyright, advertising, licensing, sweepstakes and privacy matters is a plus. Candidates must also have excellent academic credentials and have strong written and oral communications skills.
We are looking for a collaborative, motivated associate who thrives in a client-focused, team-oriented environment. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include a cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $185,000 – $300,000.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
In alignment with applicable Colorado state law, applications for this role will be accepted through January 1, 2027.
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Investment Management Associate
Office Multiple
Practice Area Investment Management
Date Posted Aug 13, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking a partner-track Associate with 3-8 years of experience to join our Investment Management Practice Group in our Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Denver, or Washington, D.C. offices. This is an opportunity to join a nationally recognized investment management practice advising sophisticated institutional investors, private funds, and other market participants on a broad range of fund investment, structuring, regulatory, governance, and transactional matters. The Associate will work with a collaborative, cross-office team on complex private markets transactions involving private equity, hedge, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure, credit, and other alternative investment strategies. Ideal candidates will have substantive experience representing pension plans, insurance companies, endowments, foundations, sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and other institutional investors in connection with investments in private funds and related investment vehicles. Relevant experience may include conducting fund due diligence, negotiating subscription agreements, side letters, investment management agreements, separate account arrangements, co-investments, continuation vehicles, secondaries transactions, and other investment-related documentation. Candidates with experience at the intersection of investment management and structured finance are especially encouraged to apply. Experience with securitizations, asset-backed finance, rated note feeder structures, fund finance, credit funds, structured products, or other private credit transactions would be highly valued. Successful candidates will bring excellent drafting, analytical, and client counseling skills; strong attention to detail; sound judgment; a practical and proactive problem-solving approach; and the ability to manage sophisticated matters in a fast-paced, client-service-oriented environment. Strong academic credentials are required. This position offers competitive compensation, bonus, and benefits opportunities, along with the chance to take on meaningful responsibility as part of a leading investment management practice serving a sophisticated and diverse client base. Candidates should indicate their preferred office location in their cover letter. The anticipated initial annual compensation range for someone who is hired into this position is $260,000 – $435,000. Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan. In alignment with applicable Colorado state law, applications for this role will be accepted through October 31, 2026. Please contact Jennifer Cordie, Associate Recruiting Manager, with any questions at jennifer.cordie@faegredrinker.com. |
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Labor & Employment Associate - Florham Park
Office Florham Park, NJ
Practice Area Labor & Employment
Date Posted Apr 15, 2026
Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting a mid-level partner-track associate to join the Labor & Employment practice group in our Florham Park, New Jersey office.
We are seeking candidates who are admitted to practice in New Jersey and New York and have 4 - 5 years of substantive experience in defense-oriented employment litigation and counseling matters. Strong academic credentials, excellent writing skills, and ability to work cross-office are required. We encourage those who share our dedication to client service and philosophy of collaborative teamwork to apply.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $245,000– $265,000.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online including your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample. Please contact Emily Reichs, Director of Lateral Recruiting, with any questions at emily.reichs@faegredrinker.com.
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Litigation Associate - Dallas
Office Dallas, TX
Practice Area Finance & Restructuring
Date Posted Aug 06, 2026
Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting a litigation associate to join the Finance & Restructuring practice group for our Dallas, TX office. Our Finance & Restructuring team provides integrated and strategic legal counsel on the full range of financial matters, including complex financial transactions, corporate debt restructurings, and related litigation matters. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of litigation experience within an Am Law 100 firm. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and strong academic credentials are required. This associate will manage complex litigation matters from pre-suit through trial, including developing and executing discovery strategies, drafting and arguing motions, taking and defending fact and expert depositions, preparing witnesses, researching legal issues, and drafting persuasive briefs and memoranda while overseeing case deadlines, filings, and client communications. Experience with state and federal bankruptcy matters is beneficial, though bankruptcy will not be a central focus of the position.The role also requires a regular in-person presence for court appearances, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, client meetings, witness preparation sessions, and trial proceedings, while providing strategic counsel and recommendations to clients.
If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include a cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
Please contact Jennifer Cordie, Associate Recruiting Manager, at jennifer.cordie@faegredrinker.com with any questions. |
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Private Client Associate - Philadelphia
Office Philadelphia, PA
Practice Area Private Client
Date Posted Jul 28, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking a seasoned associate attorney to join our Private Client practice in the Philadelphia office. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated estate planning, estate and trust administration, and transfer tax matters for high-net-worth individuals, families, fiduciaries, and closely held businesses. The associate will collaborate with attorneys across offices and contribute to a growing, team-oriented practice with a strong commitment to client service. Required Qualifications - Six or more years of experience in estate planning, preferably with an emphasis on transfer tax planning for high-net-worth individuals.
- Familiarity with trust and estate administration, including probate proceedings, trust administration, and gift and estate tax returns.
- Ability to produce high-quality work with minimal supervision.
- Strong academic credentials.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Pennsylvania bar, or eligibility to waive into the Pennsylvania bar promptly after hire.
Preferred Qualifications - Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation.
- Licensed and in good standing to practice in New York or New Jersey, in addition to Pennsylvania.
We are looking for a collaborative, motivated associate who thrives in a client-focused, team-oriented environment. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include a cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
Please contact Emily Coveyou, Associate Recruiting Manager, with any questions at emily.coveyou@faegredrinker.com.
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Private Client Junior Associate - Indianapolis
Office Indianapolis, IN
Practice Area Private Client
Date Posted Sep 23, 2026
Faegre Drinker is seeking a junior associate attorney to join our Private Client practice in the Indianapolis office. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated estate planning, estate and trust administration, and transfer tax matters for individuals, families, fiduciaries, non-profit organizations and closely held businesses. The associate will work closely with experienced attorneys on a broad range of matters, including drafting estate planning and administration documents, researching estate, trust and tax law issues, preparing estate and gift tax returns, and assisting with estate and trust administration work. This role provides meaningful opportunities for professional development, client service, and cross-office collaboration within a nationally recognized private client practice.
At this time, the position is open only to attorneys who are licensed and eligible to practice law. Current law students, including 3Ls, will not be considered for this role.
Required Qualifications
• Demonstrated success in work related to trust and estate administration, probate, or gift and estate tax.
• Ability to produce high-quality work and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Indiana bar, or eligibility to waive into the Indiana bar promptly after hire.
Preferred Qualifications
• Prior work, internship, clerkship, externship, law school clinic, or coursework experience in estate planning, trust and estate administration, or related areas.
• Comfortable working with financial and tax-related data in Excel.
We are looking for a collaborative, motivated associate who thrives in a client-focused, team-oriented environment. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include a cover letter, resume, law school transcript and writing sample.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
Please contact Emily Coveyou, Associate Recruiting Manager, with any questions at emily.coveyou@faegredrinker.com
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Real Estate Associate (Mid-Level) - Florham Park
Office Florham Park, NJ
Practice Area Real Estate
Date Posted Apr 08, 2026
Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting an associate to join the transactional Real Estate practice group in our Florham Park, New Jersey office.
This attorney will be involved in real estate matters throughout the country. Our ideal associate candidate would have three to six years of experience in commercial real estate law, including drafting and negotiating contracts of sale, lease agreements and financing documents. Experience with transactions involving land use approvals and contingencies is a plus. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and very strong academic credentials are required.
If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online including your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $225,000 - $280,000.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
Please contact Sarah Nestle, Associate Recruiting Manager, with any questions at sarah.nestle@faegredrinker.com.
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