Law Firm
Madison, WI
Summer Associate in Madison, WI
Summer Associate
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Job Title: Summer Associate
Job Responsibilities:
The Summer Associate position at the law firm involves substantive research and writing assignments, as well as active mentoring. Summer Associates are expected to participate in various networking and community events to foster relationships with peers and colleagues. The program aims to provide law students with a realistic experience of working as an associate at the law firm. Key responsibilities include:
- Engaging in legal research, analysis, and drafting tasks.
- Attending depositions, mediations, deal closings, client meetings, trials, and other professional activities.
- Working on a variety of client matters within different practice areas.
- Participating in orientation, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborating with partners, senior associates, and peers in a team-oriented environment.
Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for the Summer Associate position must meet the following requirements:
- Currently enrolled as a 2L in an ABA-accredited law school.
- Possess strong academic credentials.
- Demonstrate superior verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Exhibit excellent legal analysis skills.
- Have valid authorization to work in the .
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts from both law school and undergraduate studies. In the cover letter, candidates should specify their preferred office location(s) and practice area interests.
Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Summer Associate position.
Additional Program Information:
The Summer Associate Program is a critical component of the law firm's growth and diversification strategy. The program hosts an average class size of 15-25 students from law schools nationwide. Summer Associates are placed in various offices, including Austin, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Madison, Milwaukee, Raleigh, and Salt Lake City. The firm encourages selecting one office to maximize engagement and planned activities, although split summers may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The law firm is committed to diversity and recruits at numerous career fairs, offering several scholarships to diverse law students and attorneys. Summer Associates receive formal evaluations and reviews, along with informal feedback from day-to-day interactions. Additionally, the firm organizes community service activities, inviting Summer Associates to participate in a service day to give back to the community.
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