Jobs at Barnes & Thornburg

Litigation Associate handling white collar matters, investigations, and complex commercial litigation in Tennessee state and federal courts. Responsibilities include discovery, depositions, motion drafting, hearings, trial preparation, case strategy, client representation, legal research, writing, and collaboration with trial lawyers. The role requires Tennessee Bar admission, strong academic credentials, and 3 to 6 years of law-firm litigation experience.

Coordinates firmwide internal meetings, training programs, summits, retreats, and events from planning through follow-up. Manages scheduling, registration, stakeholder communications, attendance data, meeting technology, logistics, vendors, and onsite or virtual execution. Serves as a technical host or producer, resolves operational issues, maintains accurate systems and records, and supports process improvements and special initiatives. Collaborates with leadership and cross-functional teams while managing multiple priorities independently.

Provides privacy counseling and regulatory guidance to clients; drafts data retention policies, privacy and data processing agreements, incident response plans, breach reports, and notifications. Assists with data breach response and AI matters while monitoring privacy, AI, and cybersecurity laws. Requires strong legal research and writing skills, CIPP certification, relevant privacy experience, and active or eligible bar admission.

Provides centralized administrative and legal support to labor and employment attorneys. Responsibilities include preparing and proofreading legal documents, managing electronic case files, handling court and agency e-filings, coordinating calendars, deadlines, meetings, travel, billing, expenses, and new matters. The role also supports litigation preparation, client communications, workflow prioritization, and coordination with internal administrative teams while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Litigation Associate handling all phases of complex product liability and mass tort matters, including pleadings, discovery, document production, depositions, client and counsel communications, dispositive motions, courtroom advocacy, and trial preparation. The role requires developing litigation strategies, managing complex legal matters independently, conducting strong legal research and writing, and collaborating in a team-oriented environment. Admission to the Indiana Bar is required.

Supports attorneys throughout products-liability litigation, including discovery, court filings, legal research, drafting, document production, case management, and trial preparation. Manages deadlines, evidence databases, exhibits, witness binders, and communications with clients and external parties. Requires at least five years of litigation experience, strong legal document and research skills, knowledge of court procedures, and proficiency with Microsoft Office, matter management systems, and AI tools.

Supports attorneys through all phases of products-liability litigation, including discovery, motion practice, court filings, hearings, and trials. Prepares pleadings, correspondence, briefs, exhibits, and discovery responses; manages case files, calendars, deadlines, document productions, evidence databases, and trial materials. Conducts legal research, coordinates eDiscovery and document review, and communicates with attorneys, clients, courts, and external parties.

Barnes & Thornburg seeks second-year law students for its 2027 Summer Associate Program. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and law school transcript. Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. The program includes paid time off and eligibility for 401(k) contributions.

Dockets domestic and foreign patent, trademark, and TTAB matters; reviews USPTO and foreign correspondence, enters deadlines, maintains CPI databases, downloads PAIR mail, prepares reports, monitors loss-of-rights dates, and reviews clerks’ work. Requires accurate deadline management, strong knowledge of intellectual property prosecution, database proficiency, confidentiality, and effective communication with attorneys, staff, foreign associates, and USPTO representatives.

Provides docketing, file maintenance, correspondence, document preparation, and electronic filing support for U.S., PCT, and foreign patent applications. Reviews deadlines, maintains attorney dockets, prepares patent prosecution documents, coordinates formalities and legalization, drafts reporting letters, and produces portfolio reports while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

Legislative interns support attorneys and lobbyists during the Indiana General Assembly session. Responsibilities include researching legislation and statutes, tracking bills and hearings, preparing client reports, newsletters, presentations, talking points, legislative alerts, and communications. Interns also assist with legislative events, client preparation, and proposal research. The role is full-time, on-site in Indianapolis, requires attendance at State House activities, and may involve evening hours.

Barnes & Thornburg seeks second-year law students for its 2027 Summer Associate Program. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and law school transcript. Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. The program includes paid time off and eligibility to participate in the firm's profit-sharing plan through pre-tax or Roth 401(k) contributions.

Supports the Client Growth and Marketing team with drafting, editing, proofreading, website and social media content, marketing research, digital marketing, event communications, records maintenance, and administrative project support. The intern collaborates with attorneys and business professionals, manages multiple deadlines, and handles confidential information in an onsite law firm environment.

Supports the Human Resources department through rotational assignments, administrative duties, data entry and analysis, process documentation, meetings, and short- and long-term projects. The intern collaborates with HR team members and other interns, maintains confidentiality, communicates professionally, and contributes to departmental objectives while gaining exposure to HR functions in a law firm environment.

Supports the Client Growth and Marketing team with client, prospect, company, industry, and market research; preparation of client profiles, pitch materials, presentations, and meeting resources; tracking business development activities; and coordinating meetings, events, webinars, and sponsorships. The intern also provides administrative and project support while handling confidential information and managing multiple assignments.

Supports the Information Technology team in evaluating, testing, and applying artificial intelligence tools and use cases. Responsibilities include researching technologies, identifying process improvement opportunities, documenting findings and procedures, supporting data and AI initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and following confidentiality and information security requirements in a law firm environment.

Supports the Legal Talent Management team with training, performance management, career development, engagement, and integration initiatives. Responsibilities include creating web and internal content, newsletters, presentations, spreadsheets, and marketing materials; coordinating orientation and professional development programs; conducting market research; documenting mentoring best practices; maintaining bar licensure and CLE records; and gathering program feedback. The role is onsite and requires confidentiality, collaboration, proofreading, communication, and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Supports the firm's Information Security department through short- and long-term projects, including security initiative implementation, data input and analysis, process documentation, recordkeeping, meetings, and cross-department collaboration. The intern follows confidentiality requirements, develops business and cybersecurity knowledge, and performs administrative duties under supervision. This is a 10-week, onsite internship for an enrolled undergraduate student entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year.

Supports data preparation, organization, validation, quality control, analysis, reporting, and data governance activities. Assists with data lake development, process documentation, workflow maintenance, and stakeholder collaboration. Participates in projects and meetings to learn how technology and data support business decisions while maintaining confidentiality and following firm policies.

Represent clients in California state and federal commercial litigation matters through all phases, including discovery, depositions, motion drafting, hearings, and trial preparation. Conduct legal research, writing, and analysis; manage client matters; collaborate with a trial-focused team; and demonstrate strong initiative and interpersonal skills. California Bar admission and six or more years of law firm litigation experience are required, along with strong academic credentials.