Summer Associate Testimonials

Hassen Al-Shawaf Hassen Al-Shawaf
University of Illinois

Attorneys assigning projects often rank among the most accomplished lawyers in their field -- I learned from some of the best.

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.

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.

Sara Feldenkris Sara Feldenkris
University of Virginia School of Law

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

Zachary Getzelman Zachary Getzelman
Northwestern University

The summer program at McDermott was extremely well organized and well balanced.

Daniel Goldstein Daniel Goldstein
Northwestern University

The attorneys frequently would take extra time to explain the big picture, even if that information is not necessary for completing an assignment.

Lisa Haidostian Lisa Haidostian
University of Michigan

The work has been interesting and diverse; it is quickly evident that partners and associates both want to see you succeed, and will go out of their way to ensure that you do so.

Donna Haynes Donna Haynes
Put McDermott at the top of your list! As a summer associate, you will be surrounded by a family of professionals that give you an environment to learn and grow in.
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.

Adam Marks Adam Marks
Loyola University

As an aspiring health attorney, I was in awe of the world-class expertise of the attorneys with whom I had the pleasure of working during the summer.

Jacob Mattinson Jacob Mattinson
Penn State University

I could not have asked for a better summer associate experience.

Mitchell Meneau Mitchell Meneau
University of Illinois

My experience as a Summer Associate at McDermott could not have been more rewarding.

Laura Morgan Laura Morgan
Loyola University

My experience at McDermott this summer has been challenging and rewarding.

Sam Myler Sam Myler
University of Illinois

From day one you are fully integrated into the firm and treated as if you are an important part of a team.

Christine Parkins Christine Parkins
I have learned an incredible amount this summer and been involved in really interesting projects.
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.
Lindsay Todnem Lindsay Todnem
University of Chicago

As a summer associate at McDermott, you'll undertake interesting and challenging legal projects while receiving guidance and support from very approachable and accomplished attorneys.

Tala Toufanian Tala Toufanian
I have enjoyed the company of the people I work with every day.
  Kyle Virgien
Harvard Law School

I was impressed by the substantiveness of the work . . .

Brian White Brian White
Georgetown University

The legal recruiters and assigning attorneys went out of their way to get me assignments that were aligned with my interests.

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.

  Alexander Wolf
Harvard Law School

My work at McDermott was interesting, engaging, and challenging....

  H. Blake Wong
Boston University School of Law

The work was real, the attorneys care about developing your skills, and the events were fun. I can't imagine a better summer experience.