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2027 2L Summer Associate - Chicago

BakerHostetler
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/13/2026
BakerHostetler is seeking 2L students (Class of 2028) to join our Firm's 2027 Summer Associate Program in Chicago.

BakerHostetler’s summer program is designed to give law students exposure to many facets of the firm’s practice. Summer Associates attend Firmwide Summer Training Programs with a robust curriculum where they have the opportunity to interact with other Summer Associates across the firm. Additionally, in their local offices, they participate in conferences, practice group sessions, depositions, trials, and other court proceedings, labor arbitrations, administrative proceedings, and business transaction closings. We closely monitor work assignments to ensure that Summer Associates work on multiple projects with a variety of lawyers in different practice areas.

Qualifications Include

  • Superior academic records
  • Will have completed 2 years of law school prior to the 2027 Summer Program
  • High levels of initiative and motivation
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • A strong work ethic
  • Extracurricular involvement and leadership experience

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • JD Transcript
  • Cover Letter
  • Undergraduate Transcript (optional)
  • Writing Sample (optional)

The annualized gross salary for Chicago Summer Associates is expected to be $225,000, which will be pro-rated and payable in semi-monthly installments, subject to industry, market, and economic conditions. This position is not benefits-eligible; however, paid holidays are available.

Application Submission Information

If you have any questions about the position or process, please contact Recruiting Manager, Mary Bosworth, at mbosworth@bakerlaw.com.

If you have any issues with the application, please contact Kristen Parrish at kparrish@bakerlaw.com.

Applications will be reviewed and decisions made on a rolling basis until all summer positions are filled.

Baker & Hostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $225,000

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