About the role#
The Litigation Operations (LitOps) team sits at the center of our firm. We bridge the gap between legal practice, technology, and operations. As a Summer Associate, you will spend 8 to 10 weeks during Summer 2027 working on mission-critical initiatives. This role is for a JD-MBA student interested in the intersection of law, technology, and business operations.
What you'll do#
- Perform complex quantitative and qualitative analysis to support litigation strategy.
- Build and maintain dashboards and reporting tools.
- Contribute to product development and the design of client-facing apps and forms.
- Coordinate large-scale communications campaigns and workstreams involving evidence review and records collection.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to guide operational decision-making.
- Collaborate with attorneys, operations professionals, and fellow LitOps team members.
- Own at least one major project, including evaluating business questions and suggesting solutions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a JD-MBA program.
- Understanding of legal concepts central to mass litigation, such as torts and evidence.
- Structured, analytical mindset with quantitative instincts and knowledge of basic statistics.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong time-management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in an analytical role.
- Experience at a consulting firm is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship with a compensation of $3,000 per week.
- The role is based on-site in either our Chicago, Illinois or Washington, D.C. office.
- Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
About Keller Postman LLC
Keller Postman LLC is a national law firm based in Chicago. Founded in 2018, the firm represents plaintiffs in complex litigation at both trial and appellate levels. It handles various claims including mass torts, class actions, and arbitrations in federal and state courts. The firm employs approximately 379 people across several offices in the United States.
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