Associate - Judicial Clerk (Entry-Level)

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers globally and offer unmatched expertise and resources to help you grow from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.

Latham highly values the experience judicial clerks bring to the firm. We are proud to have an impressive list of former clerks from the US Supreme Court, every federal appellate court, and many federal district courts throughout the country.

We are currently accepting judicial clerkship applications for 2026 associate positions in the Litigation & Trial Department.

We award progression credit and a bonus to associates who have completed a qualifying clerkship. Clerks from the US Supreme Court are given an additional bonus.

Sherilyn.Chuah@lw.com

Investing in the well-being of our lawyers and staff is among the firm’s highest priorities. Through our “LiveWell Latham” program, we offer best-in-class benefits and comprehensive resources designed to support you and your loved ones through all life’s moments — from building a family and taking care of loved ones, to managing your health and saving for the future.

Associate Base Salary

Discretionary bonuses may be available depending on application circumstances and position.

 

Year	US Payroll
1st Year	$225,000
2nd Year	$235,000
3rd Year	$260,000
4th Year	$310,000
5th Year	$365,000
6th Year	$390,000
7th Year	$420,000
8th Year	$435,000