About the Firm5
Weston Benshoof is a mid-sized California-based firm. The firm has diversified its practice in recent years and now offers legal services in various areas including environmental strategy and litigation; major commercial litigation; technology, new ventures, and entertainment; and land development. In particular, the firm has made a substantial effort to expand its energy clientele, adding a number of power producers and utility subsidiaries. The firm’s clients range from Fortune 500 corporations to start-up ventures to public agencies at all levels of government.
Hiring Criteria6
Summer Associate Program
The firm hires 2Ls only for its summer associate program. These students should preferably be placed among the top 25% of their classes. In addition, they should be actively involved in moot court and other extracurricular activities such as law journal and law review. The students must possess strong writing and oral advocacy skills, strong ties with their communities, and a willingness to serve in their preferred practice area.
Salary7
Firm location
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Summer Associate
Los Angeles, CA (2007)
$135,000
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$2,115/week (2Ls & 1Ls)
Benefits/Package/Supplemental Compensation8
401(k)/IRA/Other Retirement Plan w/Employer Contribution
Sick Leave
Technology (Laptop, PDA, etc.)
Vacation Leave
Vision Insurance
Bar Association Fees
Business-Casual Dress Code
CLE
Dental Insurance
Domestic-Partner Benefits
Employee-Assistance Program
Family-/Dependent-Care Leave
Flexible Spending Account/Pre-Tax Option
Life/AD&D
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
Parking/Transportation
Relocation Expenses
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Areas of Practice9
Business Litigation
Construction
Corporate & Business Transactions
Energy
Environmental Compliance & Litigation
Franchise
Insolvency & Business Bankruptcy
Insurance
Intellectual Property
Labor & Employment
Land Use
Real Estate
Telecommunications
Toxic Torts
Water Resources
Other Offices10
Firm Location
Address
Westlake Village
Ventura County 2801 Townsgate Road, Suite 215 Westlake Village, CA 91361 Phone: 805-497-9474 Fax: 805-497-8804
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