Building family law careers, one summer at a time
A hands-on, fully immersive Summer Associate Program designed for 2Ls ready to make an impact in family law.
About the program
Our Summer Associate Program is widely regarded as one of the most comprehensive family law programs on the west coast. Many past participants – including equity partners – currently work at the firm.
With over 20 attorneys, 12 Certified Family Law Specialists, and deep mentorship resources, we equip every summer associate with the tools you’ll need to thrive in family law.
Program overview
FMBK University
Summer kicks off with FMBK University, a full week of foundational training, workshops, classes and discussions led by our attorneys. You’ll spend each day hearing from our team on an array of topics, supplemented by daily lunch and dinner breaks to get acquainted with the team. Topics include:
Client interviews & memos
Pleadings & disclosures
Income & asset documentation
Parenting plans & support orders
Discovery & trial prep
Restraining orders & judgments
Hands-on learning
Each summer associate is paired weekly with FMBK attorneys for mentorship. You’ll be guided through a digital checklist of real casework — including hearings, motions, discovery, court documents, and events — and supported by regular one-on-one check-ins with program chairs. Summer Associates can expect to gain valuable, hands-on experience with:
Hearings, depositions, and mediations
Motion writing and research
Discovery and disclosures
Court documents and stipulations
Restraining orders & judgments
Beyond the office
Outside of our offices, Summer Associates will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the FMBK footprint in the legal community and beyond. We sponsor and attend events all summer, from alumni mixers to nonprofit galas and installation dinners. You’ll be invited to join the team for:
Summer Associate welcome/send-off events
Team happy hours
Nonprofit fundraising events
Bar and law school events
Barrister networking meet-ups
Various MCLE programs
How to apply
Planning ahead for 2026? You’ll be able to apply in the following ways:
By email
Email your resume and cover letter to contact@fmbklaw.com with the subject line “2026 Summer Associate Application” and name your files using the following format:
LastName_FirstName_Resume.pdf
Symplicity portal
You may also submit your application directly through your law school’s Symplicity portal, if available.
Google Forms
Alternatively, you can upload your resume and cover letter using our Google Forms application link.