DLA Piper careers

Where high performance is the standard

One global vision. Built for the future.

Join a globally connected firm where professionals contribute to meaningful work, collaborate with
talented colleagues, and engage in a culture that
values learning and development.

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Available opportunities

Discover where your ambitions can take you at DLA Piper.

Lateral partners

Expand your reach and elevate your impact

Lateral lawyers

Where high performance meets opportunity

Law students

Where high performance is the standard

Judicial clerks

From clerkship to practice

Business professionals

Power the future of law

Built to advance bold careers

Transforming the way legal services are delivered

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Enabling talent through technology

Enabling talent through technology

Our commitment to innovation is transforming how we deliver legal services. By supporting our people with advanced technology and Al, we work smarter, move faster, and lead as a world-class workforce of the future.
Leadership and talent development

Leadership and talent development

Rigorous training fuels professional growth, giving our people the confidence, skills, and momentum to advance at every stage of their careers. We invest in formal learning opportunities designed to expand skills and unlock potential.
Giving back

Giving back

Giving back is one of the many ways our people engage with the communities where they live and work. We provide pro bono legal support and also make an impact through local volunteer efforts. 
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Guided by our values

We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients, develop our people, and serve our communities.

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Bold

We are fearless and inquisitive, challenging ourselves to think big and find creative new solutions.

Exceptional

We are strategic and driven, exceeding standards and expectations.

Collaborative

We are proactive, passionate team players, investing in our relationships.

Supportive

We are compassionate and act thoughtfully.

A culture where you can grow

High-performance culture

High-performance culture

Immerse yourself in a client-first culture that values excellence, professionalism, and teamwork. Challenge yourself and contribute meaningfully, as you collaborate with colleagues across the firm to deliver outstanding and impactful results.
Holistic well-being

Holistic well-being

Our holistic benefits package supports the health and well-being of you and your family, offering resources to help balance personal and professional well-being and promote a healthy, productive lifestyle.
DLA Piper community

DLA Piper Community

DLA Piper Community brings our people together through service, learning, and connection, offering opportunities to engage with colleagues, grow professionally, and support our local communities through meaningful volunteer initiatives. 
Alumni connections

Alumni connections

We support your professional growth, whether at DLA Piper or beyond, and invite you to stay connected with colleagues, friends, and fellow alumni through networking, training, and professional opportunities.

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