Summer Associate Testimonials

Andrea Alegrett Andrea Alegrett
Georgetown University School of Law

When I first interviewed with McDermott Will & Emery, I was impressed with the firms international reputation and broad range of practice areas.

Cary Chien Cary Chien
Santa Clara University School of Law

First class lawyers, coach class egos. I'll always have fond memories of the place and its people.

William Clayton William Clayton
University of North Carolina School of Law

A summer at McDermott is a valuable experience. There is always something to learn and great people to teach you along the way.

Lesley DeRenzo Lesley DeRenzo
Case Western

The opportunity to further my development and learn from thought leaders in the profession, while making significant contributions to a variety of assignments, made for an exceptional summer.

Sara Feldenkris Sara Feldenkris
University of Virginia School of Law

My experiences with pro bono this summer have been extremely fulfilling.

Mark Hernandez Mark Hernandez
Stanford Law School

"It's refreshing to work in an office where everyone could have a massive ego--it's near impossible to find someone here who isn't ultra-competent and -motivated--but doesn't.

Stephanie Huang Stephanie Huang
UCLA

I understand firsthand why McDermott is ranked among the best.

Amy Keel Amy Keel
Duke University School of Law

"I was surprised at how much I learned this summer: my assignments were really challenging and engaging."
Ashley King Ashley King
Fordham University School of Law

My summer associate experience far surpassed even my greatest expectations.

Ling Kong Ling Kong
Boston University School of Law

I've found my pro bono assignments to be among the most demanding, but also fulfilling, of all my assignments this summer.

Christopher Lopreste Christopher Lopreste
Boston University School of Law

I really enjoyed my summer at McDermott Will & Emery.

Bridget O'Connell Bridget O'Connell
Boston College Law School

I have had a wonderful summer at McDermott....

Katherine O'Connor Katherine O'Connor
University of Illinois College of Law

McDermott treats Summer Associates like individuals, and not just like cogs in the wheel.

Rogan O'Handley Rogan O'Handley
University of Chicago

From the very first day, you're treated as a valued part of the team. I was assigned interesting work, had direct contact with clients, felt depended upon, and was trained by some of the best legal minds in the country.

Cole Parker Cole Parker
Indiana University School of Law

From working closely with attorneys on multi-million dollar transactions to attending a private equity fund’s board meeting, my entire experience at McDermott greatly exceeded my expectations.

Ryan Phelan Ryan Phelan
Northwestern University School of Law

"The summer program at McDermott Will & Emery is top notch."

Shane Smith Shane Smith
McDermott attorneys are exceptional mentors. Many partners took an active interest in my development as lawyer this summer, and I can see myself succeeding here in the future.
Sarah Tolly Sarah Tolly
Northwestern University School of Law

My summer at McDermott exceeded my expectations.

Megan Wiggins Megan Wiggins
Seton Hall University School of Law

My summer associate experience at McDermott included challenging and interesting substantive work in various areas of the law.

Corey Wise Corey Wise
Northwestern University School of Law

My summer at McDermott exceeded my already high expectations. It was amazing to work with such intelligent people that are so down to earth, and treat you just like a full-time associate.

Michael Yellin Michael Yellin
University of Wisconsin Law School

What impressed me the most throughout my summer at McDermott was the extraordinary level of collegiality at the firm. Not only did I work on great assignments, I worked with great people.