Company Description
Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Job Description
The Chicago office of Crowell & Moring LLP is searching for second-year law students to join our 2024 Summer Associate Program with interest in trademark. These positions are limited to J.D. students who will graduate in December of 2024 or May/June of 2025.
Our Summer Associate Program is different from other firms. How? Our primary goal is to give you a crash course on what it’s like to be a lawyer here. The work, the training, the social events all provide a great idea of who we are, what we do, and how we do it. Our program provides you with opportunities for growth and development, and to demonstrate how your talents and perspective will enrich our community. Learn more about us here: Crowell & Moring Law Student Careers Website, NALP Directory of Legal Employers, Chambers Associate, Vault.
Qualifications
The firm looks for highly qualified, entrepreneurial candidates with diverse backgrounds. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials and strong writing skills. We prefer candidates with law review, journal or moot court experience, strong relevant legal employment experience, and demonstrated leadership capabilities. Candidates should have demonstrated connections or interest in starting their legal career in the Chicago area.
To apply, please submit the following documents in PDF format. Our application system allows attachments to be uploaded in many formats, but PDF is recommended and preferred. Applications will not be considered until all application documents are received.
- Resume
- Law school transcript with complete 1L grades
- Undergraduate grades
- Writing sample
- Demonstrated dedication to the trademark sector of IP law through law school classes, law journal, extracurricular activities, and/or experience in branding, marketing, business, arts is are preferred.
- Cover letter describing your qualifications, the basis for your interest in Crowell & Moring, and practice area interests. Cover letters should be addressed to: Lynn Herron, Assistant Attorney Recruiting Director.