About the Firm5
Established in 1819, Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP is one the world’s preeminent law firms. Cravath is among the most selective and presitigous firms in the United States and provides exceptional legal service in corporate and tax, litigation, trusts and estates, and environmental law. With offices in New York and London, Cravath’s staff of 458 attorneys handle all major litigation including transactions and controversies for private and public business, often involving primary issues of the law. The firm follows a ‘Cravath System’ which prepares lawyers to deal with a wide range of matters. The firm has been consistently committed to pro bono and other community services.
Hiring Criteria6
The firm seeks candidates with a strong academic background.
Summer Associate Program
The program is devised for second-year law students with strong academic bacckgrounds.
Salary7
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Summer Associate
New York, NY (2007)
$160,000
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$3,077/week
Benefits/Package/Supplemental Compensation8
401(k) Plan
Four Weeks Vacation
Health, Dental, and Life Insurance for Associates, Spouses (Incl. Same-Sex Domestic Partners)
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