2028 Summer Associate Program - Corporate - Chicago
About The Position
Seyfarth is seeking a 2L (2029 law school graduate) to join its 2028 Summer Program as a Summer Associate in the Corporate department in the Chicago office. The program combines practical learning opportunities with a specialized curriculum tailored to the assigned department. Summer Associates work closely with partners and receive individualized feedback and coaching from partner and associate mentors. Associates are assigned to one department for the summer to gain deeper practice-area experience, while also having opportunities to engage with attorneys across the office and firm. Summer Associates work alongside attorneys on real client matters, including active cases and projects. The program includes substantive legal seminars and training in ethics, client service, marketing, legal writing, communication, and finance. Practical learning opportunities may include attending depositions, court appearances, closings, client meetings, and shadowing attorneys on deals and cases. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, undergraduate transcript, law school transcript when available, and a writing sample. The position is based in Chicago, Illinois. Compensation is based on an annualized salary of $225,000.
Requirements
- Complete one year of law school by spring 2027 and expect to receive a JD in May 2029.
- Demonstrate academic achievement.
- Show an appreciation for collaboration and teamwork.
- Demonstrate a clear interest in Corporate through coursework, certificate programs, or prior work experience.
- Submit a resume, cover letter, undergraduate transcript, law school transcript when available, and a writing sample.
Responsibilities
- Work on actual client cases and projects.
- Attend client meetings.
- Shadow attorneys on a variety of deals and cases.
- Participate in a specialized curriculum and training, including substantive legal seminars and instruction in ethics, client service, marketing, legal writing, communication, and finance.
- Engage with attorneys across departments and offices.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Individualized feedback and coaching from partner and associate mentors
- Specialized training curriculum and practical learning opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
