Summer Associates Rate Gump as a Top 10 "Ideal" Law Firm in Law360 Pulse Poll
In an effort to help summer associates make connections before potentially joining the firm, Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, a leading international law firm with over 900 lawyers and offices spanning the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, is making some significant changes to its summer associate programme.
Lauren Marsh, the firm's Director of Attorney Recruiting, is making a concerted effort to inform summer associates about the existing firmwide resource groups designed to help employees build networks. These groups, which allow individuals to communicate with those with whom they share an affinity, are a valuable resource for fostering connections and building relationships within the firm.
In response to the challenges posed by COVID-19, the firm has decided to extend the summer program from a five-week program to a full 10-week program this year. This longer program is intended to maintain a lighter pace for each summer associate's workday, providing a more relaxed and enjoyable experience for the participants.
In addition to the extended program, the firm has also reduced the size of the summer associate groups. This change is designed to facilitate effective interactions among summer associates and lawyers, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations and build strong relationships.
Gump's marketing and promotion of its summer programs was ranked number three, and the firm was also ranked number eight among the Top 15 'Dream' Firms by Law360 Pulse. This recognition speaks to the firm's commitment to providing a high-quality summer associate experience and to attracting top talent.
Beth Miller, Gump's Chief Legal Talent Officer, has stated that the firm is capping the number of participants in meetings and gatherings to allow for more quality interactions. This approach is intended to ensure that each summer associate has the opportunity to make valuable connections and to build a strong foundation for their future career at the firm.
Overall, Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is taking proactive steps to ensure that its summer associate program is a success, despite the challenges posed by the current situation. By extending the program, reducing group sizes, and fostering connections through resource groups, the firm is providing summer associates with a unique and valuable opportunity to learn, grow, and build relationships within the firm.
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