Polsinelli

• “As a summer, I felt like I was creating work product that was actually beneficial to and being used by the assigning attorneys.”
• “It was a pretty even split between research assignments and projects where a large quantity of paperwork needed to be inventoried and/or organized. It was sometimes substantive. And I always felt like I had the support and appreciation of the assigning and supervising attorney.”
• “The firm allowed summer associates to work across all practice groups and take on a variety of assignments. I felt challenged by the work that I did and felt like it prepared me for the work I would take on as a first-year associate.”
• “Like most things, everyone's experience will differ, but I generally felt like some of the projects I worked on were similar to that of a first-year attorney (research, compilation of agreements, etc.).”

• “There were, at least, weekly social events, which were always well-planned and often well-attended by firm attorneys. And my group of summer associates got along very well, and we are still friends.”
• “The firm makes sure that there are a variety of events for summer associates to attend. The firm encourages attorneys to attend so that summer associates can start building relationships at the firm.”
• “Polsinelli does a really good job of having summer events with their firm clients. This highlights the importance of these relationships and shows the value that attorney-client relationships can improve the community.”
• “The firm did not overload the calendar with social events, which I appreciated. I know some firms have events three times per week, which is a little unrealistic.”

• “The firm and the office were very clear that the summer associate work and lifestyle were [to be] an introduction to the office culture and type of work and [to encourage] forming relationships with coworkers. There was no expectation as a summer to work evenings or weekends. But it was mentioned that those would be potential [expectations] as an associate.”
• “Different: You need to be more proactive and responsible to solicit and gather feedback. Pleasant surprise: Given substantive legal work and client face time [in the first year].”
• “I think my experience as a summer associate was a fair representation of the work I do now, albeit it is harder to be an associate than a summer associate as there is more work to manage.”

• “Bowling, magic show.”
• “The diversity retreat is always the highlight of the summer. Truly a great way for the diverse summers, associates, and shareholders from all offices to interact and network.”
• “I enjoyed the dinners that we had (one at an attorney's home and one at a restaurant), as they were well-attended and great ways to really get to know people. I also enjoyed some of the active events such as the ax throwing event and the escape room event, which were fun ways to interact in a different environment.”
• “Nashville Symphony or Cheekwood Botanical Gardens.”

Polsinelli’s Summer Associate Program is designed to provide substantive legal experience while fostering personal and professional growth. Summer associates will participate in training sessions, networking opportunities, and social events, gaining exposure to the firm’s dynamic culture and commitment to excellence. As a summer associate, you will have the opportunity to draft legal documents, including motions, memos, and organizational materials; interpret laws, rulings, and regulations to support client strategies; analyze legal and business data to assess case outcomes, negotiations, and transactions; and collaborate directly with attorneys across various practice areas. At Polsinelli, we believe that a dynamic and collaborative environment drives innovation and enhances client service. For this reason, we are seeking motivated, self-starting law students with strong academic credentials, superior writing and communication skills, and a proactive mindset.