Our Summer Program

Lathrop GPM’s summer program offers a comprehensive and diverse experience. We provide meaningful work and observational opportunities in various practice groups to offer a well-rounded perspective on practicing law at the firm. This allows summer associates to explore different practice areas, either confirming pre-summer preferences or sparking new interests. Summer associates have the opportunity to interact with partners, leaders, and staff across our geographical footprint, engaging in challenging work and gaining a realistic understanding of practicing law at Lathrop GPM.

In addition to professional development, we prioritize fostering social connections within our firm. Our summer associates have the chance to build relationships through various social and team-building activities including patio parties, trips to client facilities, tours of local attractions, and evening outings at sporting events. This is an integral part of the summer program, as lawyers and summer associates get to know one another outside the office.

Lathrop GPM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all eligible applicants regardless of race or ethnicity, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity / gender expression, disability status, or any other identity.

We welcome and encourage applicants to request reasonable accommodations if needed, as we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process.

Our 2025 1L Summer Opportunities

Lathrop GPM is no longer accepting 1L applications for the 2025 Summer Associate Program.

Those selected for a 1L position will have the opportunity to apply for the firm’s 1L Diversity Opportunity Program. This program promotes the understanding, awareness and access for historically underrepresented groups in law and offers a stipend of up to $20,000 for first-year law students who join and return to our firm.  

For Summer Associate inquiries, please contact:

Jaclyn Steiner
Legal Talent Manager
jaclyn.steiner@lathropgpm.com