McGuireWoods LLP · 2 days ago
2027 Chicago 2L Summer Associate
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$4,325/wk - $4,325/wkMcGuireWoods LLP is an international law firm with 21 offices, dedicated to client service, teamwork, and excellence. They are seeking candidates for their 2027 2L summer associate program, which offers a supportive culture and opportunities for professional development through challenging work and mentorship.
ConsultingLegalProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Attend client meetings, depositions, corporate closings, trials and appellate arguments
Prepare research memoranda and draft pleadings, briefs and corporate transaction documents
Participate in special training opportunities, social events and networking, a firmwide summer associate retreat, and the Pro Bono Mentor Program
Qualification
Required
Candidates must be enrolled in and in good standing at an ABA accredited law school with an anticipated graduation date of 2028 at the time of application
McGuireWoods seeks candidates with outstanding academic credentials, leadership and interpersonal skills and work experience
The firm looks for candidates who demonstrate the firm's core values: excellence, integrity, client service, diversity and inclusion, community and collegiality
All candidates must submit their 2025 fall semester law transcript once it becomes available to complete their application
Completing the Suited Assessment is a mandatory part of our recruiting process
Benefits
Special training opportunities
Social events and networking
A firmwide summer associate retreat
Our Pro Bono Mentor Program offering an opportunity to work on a pro bono matter for a client
Company
McGuireWoods LLP
McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has earned the loyalty of its many longstanding clients with deep and broad legal experience; a passion for understanding their businesses and markets; innovative delivery of practical, business-minded solutions; and unmatched service.
Founded in 1834
1001-5000 employees
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