About the Firm
Providing business-focused legal services, this is one of the fastest-growing law firms in the Midwest. Its clients include Fortune 50 companies, public corporations, and not-for-profit organizations. With nearly 300 talented lawyers, the size of this firm is just right -- large enough to have qualified and experienced attorneys handling matters in a wide variety of practices and small enough to allow lawyers to form strong personal relationships with clients. The firm encourages attorneys and professional staff to make personal commitments to charitable organizations.
Hiring Criteria6, 7
The firm prefers candidates in the top 25% of their classes. Participation in extracurricular activities is preferred.
Summer Associate Program
The firm recruits first- and second-year law students with a record of academic excellence at the undergraduate and law school levels.
Salary8, 9
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Summer Associate* (2008)
Kansas City, St. Louis; MO
$105,000
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$1,825/week
Benefits/Package/Supplemental Compensation10
Associates are eligible to receive bonuses based on a number of criteria including legal skills, development, billable hours, and community involvement. For new associates, the firm pays the fees for all relevant bar exams and one course. The firm also provides a $5,000 bar stipend and reimburses moving expenses. The firm provides two weeks paid vacation with two round trip tickets to Europe, Hawaii, or the Caribbean, plus $5,000 spending money at the end of each associate’s fifth year with the firm. Other benefits include:
Profit-Sharing Plan
401(k)
Paid Vacation
Sick Leave
Transportation Allowance
Parking
Areas of Practice11
Administrative Law
Affordable Housing & Tax Credit Finance and Development
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