Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP

• “We had trainings (Cahill Academy) multiple times per week as a summer associate. Work is mainly given through your partner and associate mentors. I was working on actual deals and doing substantive assignments, but it was not overwhelming.”
• “Cahill has a training program—Cahill Academy—that truly provides valuable information and learning opportunities to apply to our everyday practice. As a summer associate, you are truly given an accurate picture and idea of the deals and transactions Cahill associates work on.”
• “Summer associates are given meaningful opportunities to see what first-year assignments would look like, and there are several trainings per week to help onboard.”
• “You have the opportunity to work on any sort of subject you express interest in, and people really take the time to explain the substance of the work, as well as the actual task itself.”

• “There were many social events planned, in all kinds of configurations. There were events with partners, senior associates, junior associates, and mentors. It was very easy to find opportunities to socialize and get to know coworkers.”
• “There were a plethora of social events for my summer associate program, ranging from mixers with associates and partners, to several social outings such as fishing, Broadway plays, cooking classes, and other events. In some respects, maybe there were too many events!”
• “Cahill is a very social firm. The summer events were very well-attended, with ample opportunity to interact with firm attorneys outside of the office. There was a great sense of camaraderie among the summer associates, as well. We often would continue socializing outside of firm events, and everyone was incredibly friendly.”
• “The fishing trip is a unique Cahill tradition and was my favorite. The social events are great and some of my best friends I met in my summer class.”

• “I thought time management would be easier, so the first year was more difficult than expected. Although it is a steep learning curve, I have been pleasantly surprised to find that with intention and practice, time management becomes easier.”
• “Of course, as a full-time [associate], there is more expectation that you be available 24/7 for matters. And in some respects, I feel as if I don't get the attention from partners that I did as a summer, but that is to be expected. However, I feel like I have more meaningful connections with associates because I get to work with many more than I did as a summer. …”
• “It was definitely easier to find assignments across practice areas as a summer associate. The possibility still exists when practicing at the firm, but it was easier as a summer. The nature of the work gets more substantive when practicing. I have been pleasantly surprised by how accessible many partners have been.”
• “I think the summer associate program gives you a very clear glimpse into what life is like as an attorney at Cahill. Of course, you work more hours once you are full time, but nothing has shocked me about my work life.”

Each year, we seek to recruit a summer class composed of thoughtful, enthusiastic law students from law schools across the United States from a range of backgrounds and who bring diverse perspectives to the firm, as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills. Our summer program is designed to provide a realistic and rewarding experience reflecting life as a first-year associate at the firm.

Our summer associates enjoy the freedom to choose the work that interests them most. They are mentored by partners and associates and are given opportunities to participate in a wide range of meaningful assignments and activities such as client meetings, negotiations, court hearings, travel, research, and drafting briefs, pleadings and memos.