About the Firm3, 4
This 90-year-old law firm has grown into one of the largest in the country, with offices in all four time zones. The firm represents top-market companies with interests in more than 100 countries around the world, including China. The firm has also established affiliations with leading law firms in Brazil and Mexico. Baker & Hostetler practices in diverse fields such as hospitality, healthcare, intellectual property, financial services, and media to name just a few. Its founding principles were, and remain, the creation of successful, long-term relationships with clients and a dedication to the profession. The firm’s pro bono policy encourages each lawyer to achieve the level of pro bono services established by the American Bar Association. It is committed to incorporating diversity within its workforce and business strategies.
Hiring Criteria5
The firm hires candidates with good academic records and communication skills.
Summer Associate Program
The firm seeks students who have completed their first or second year of law school. Candidates with good academic credentials, self motivation, initiative, and marked interpersonal skills are preferred.
Salary6
Firm location
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
4th Year
5th Year
6th Year
7th Year
8th Year
Summer Associate
Cleveland, OH ( 2007)
$115,000
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$2,100/week
Cincinnati, OH (2007)
$100,000
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$1,950/week
Columbus, OH (2007)
$110,000
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$2,100/week
Costa Mesa & Los Angeles, CA (2007)
$135,000
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Washington, DC (2007)
$135,000
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$2,596/week
Denver, CO (2007)
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$1,923/week
Houston, TX (2007)
$160,000
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$2,600/week
New York, NY (2007)
$160,000
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$3,077/week
Orlando, FL (2007)
$100,000
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$1,950/week
Benefits/Package/Supplemental Compensation7, 8
First-year associates receive a summer stipend of $5,000, reimbursement of bar exam (up to $2,500), and moving expenses. Associates are eligible for a bonus for achieving billable hours. Other benefits include:
Competitive Salaries & a Performance Bonus Program
Group Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Multiple Plan Options & Various Benefit Levels
Same-Sex Domestic-Partner Coverage
Pre-Tax Premiums
Coverage Begins on Date of Hire
Group Term Life/AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental-Group Universal Life Insurance
Voluntary Accident Insurance for Self and Family
Long-Term Care Insurance
Four Weeks of Vacation Annually
Long-/Short-Term Disability Benefits
Pre-Tax Benefit Programs: Dependent Care, Healthcare Reimbursement, and Transit/Qualified
Parking (in Most Cities)
Retirement Program -- Voluntary 401(k) Plan
Military Leave
Reimbursement of Bar Examination Fees & Study Courses
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