Job Title: 2026 2L Summer Associate - Chicago
Job Responsibilities:
The role of a Summer Associate at the law firm is designed to provide law students with comprehensive exposure to various aspects of legal practice. Summer Associates will participate in firmwide training programs that include a robust curriculum and opportunities to interact with other Summer Associates across the firm. Locally, they will engage in multiple legal activities such as conferences, practice group sessions, depositions, trials, court proceedings, labor arbitrations, administrative proceedings, and business transaction closings. Work assignments are closely monitored to ensure that Summer Associates gain experience across multiple projects and collaborate with a diverse range of lawyers in different practice areas.
Education and Experience Information:
Candidates must have completed two years of law school by the time they commence the 2026 Summer Program. The firm seeks candidates with superior academic records, high levels of initiative and motivation, excellent interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, and extracurricular involvement and leadership experience.
Required Documents for Application:
- Resume
- JD Transcript
- Cover Letter
- Undergraduate Transcript (optional)
- Writing Sample (optional)
Application Process:
Applications will be reviewed and decisions made on a rolling basis until all summer positions are filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for the program.
Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Summer Associate position.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
The law firm is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, ensuring that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
