Closing Date: 31st December, 2025

Description:

Clark Hill PLC is seeking to hire a first year law student for our 2026 Summer Associate Program in Chicago, IL.

Clark Hill is a multidisciplinary, international law firm that draws on our attorneys' comprehensive industry and policy knowledge and a global network of industry advisors and subject-matter experts to provide innovative legal solutions and client- service excellence worldwide. Our work is guided by our deeply-held shared values, including practicality, entrepreneurship, mutual respect, diversity, ethical behavior and a commitment to client and community service.

Our 2026 Summer Associate Program will start at the end of May and last approximately 8 weeks. 1L Summer associates will be provided the same supportive, challenging work environment as that of first-year associates.

As an ambitious individual, you have professional and personal aspirations. Clark Hill provides the work environment, the tools - and most importantly - the culture to help you achieve those aspirations. We are committed to hiring, training, mentoring and retaining the finest people who bring the right balance of professional skills and personal qualities that exemplify the Clark Hill Advantage.

Please note that we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. This may cause the position to be taken down at any time.

Required Documents:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Undergraduate and law school transcripts (Fall 2025 transcript required, if you apply prior to receiving your law school transcript please send to sranallo@clarkhill.com as soon as you receive it)
  • Writing Sample