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Summer Associate Program

Summer Associate Program

The Summer Associate Program at Berman & Simmons gives law students the opportunity to work alongside Maine's leading personal injury and medical malpractice attorneys at the state's premier plaintiffs' trial firm. Summer associates gain hands-on experience through participation in client intakes, depositions, mediations, medical malpractice panel hearings, and trials. They also strengthen their legal research and writing skills through substantive case-related assignments. Ongoing mentoring and feedback throughout the summer help create a challenging, engaging, and rewarding learning experience.

"I really wanted a chance to do some civil litigation. Obviously, Berman & Simmons fit that bill. Getting that wide breadth of experience was really important to me. I knew that Berman & Simmons was the place that ‘goes to trial,’ so I thought, if I’m going to get an opportunity to see the whole system and get the best opportunity to see a case go to trial, this is the firm to do it at."

— Alicia Ray, 2023 Summer Associate

Details

  • 10-week program in our Lewiston office
  • Hands-on experience, including client meetings, legal research and writing, trial strategy and preparation, depositions, mediations, trials, and other proceedings
  • Skills training and mentorship from Maine's top trial lawyers
  • Large and small group meetings, outings, and opportunities for networking
  • Competitive salary

Requirements

  • Excellent writing and legal research capabilities
  • Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
  • Proactive and detail-oriented
  • Highly motivated with intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn
  • Ability to thrive in a challenging, fast-paced work environment

Law Student Interviews

Our next Summer Associate Program will begin in summer 2027. Interviews for the 2027 Summer Associate positions will be conducted in summer 2026. If you're interested in learning more or being considered for the program, please complete the contact form on this page, and a member of our team will be in touch.

 

Berman & Simmons' policy is to not discriminate by reason of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition, religion, age, ancestry, or national origin. We will make reasonable accommodations, including modification of policies and procedures, in appropriate cases for qualified individuals with disabilities if we can do so without undue hardship.

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When the Stakes are High, We Deliver Results

Our client reviews showcase the skills, advocacy, compassion, and work ethic we bring to every case to achieve the best results.

    “Chuck is hands down the best attorney. He was so kind and thoughtful throughout the whole process.”
    “Chuck is hands down the best attorney. He was so kind and thoughtful throughout the whole process. The communication was amazing, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guy to be in our corner.”
    - Cassie G.
    “Sarah is a pleasure to work with.”
    “Sarah is a pleasure to work with. She was knowledgeable and broke down the process to a level I could understand and make decisions.”
    - Beth S.
    “You are a class act and I appreciate the time, care, and expertise you have”
    “You are a class act and I appreciate the time, care, and expertise you have always put in each and every piece of advice you’ve provided to me along the way!”
    - Reichen K.
    “Everyone truly listened to us and took time to answer all our questions with the upmost professionalism.”
    “Everyone truly listened to us and took time to answer all our questions with the upmost professionalism.”
    - Karen M.
    “I had a very positive experience working with Miriam.”
    “I had a very positive experience working with Miriam. She was attentive, sympathetic, and kept me informed throughout the process.”
    - Candice H.
    “Chuck is without a doubt one of the most brilliant, compassionate, and determined attorneys.”
    “Chuck is without a doubt one of the most brilliant, compassionate, and determined attorneys with one of the highest standards of integrity that I have ever met.”
    - Lisa M.

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As powerful advocates for civil justice, we fight tirelessly for our clients, winning high-stakes, complex cases, where our team’s expertise and unmatched skills make all the difference.

When the Stakes are High, We Deliver We Achieve Record-Setting Results for Seriously Injured Mainers

Our clients live in all 16 of Maine’s counties. From our northern woods to our western mountains to our working coastline, we deliver what you need.

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