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The Cincinnati summer associate program provides an introduction to our practices with opportunities to learn what associate life is like in our office.

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<p class="wp-block-contentpilot-introduction">The Cincinnati summer associate program provides an introduction to our practices with opportunities to learn what associate life is like in our office.</p>

At BakerHostetler, our well-rounded summer program is designed to provide students with the training, experience and confidence necessary to begin the journey to become great lawyers who will enjoy their colleagues and their work.

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<p>At BakerHostetler, our well-rounded summer program is designed to provide students with the training, experience and confidence necessary to begin the journey to become great lawyers who will enjoy their colleagues and their work.</p>

<p>“I am so happy here and am loving my experience. The office I am in this summer has been so welcoming and provided me with everything I need to succeed.”</p>

Former Cincinnati summer associate

<p>“Every training thus far has been fantastic. The teams have been lively and engaged while also [providing] beneficial information. I am so happy to be with Baker this summer!”</p>

Former Cincinnati summer associate 

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The philosophy of our summer program is to give law students the experience of what it is like to be a lawyer within our office. Our program is designed to be the first step of development and the groundwork for a rewarding career with our firm. Every effort is made to expose summer associates to all aspects of the firm, by receiving substantive work, professional training and social networking opportunities.

<p>The philosophy of our summer program is to give law students the experience of what it is like to be a lawyer within our office. Our program is designed to be the first step of development and the groundwork for a rewarding career with our firm. Every effort is made to expose summer associates to all aspects of the firm, by receiving substantive work, professional training and social networking opportunities.</p>

The Cincinnati office typically hires 2 summer associates. To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume and law school transcript through our online application: <a href="https://bakerhostetlerselfapply.viglobalcloud.com/viRecruitSelfApply/RecDefault.aspx?" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BakerHostetler Open Positions</a>

<p>The Cincinnati office typically hires 2 summer associates. To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume and law school transcript through our online application: <a href="https://bakerhostetlerselfapply.viglobalcloud.com/viRecruitSelfApply/RecDefault.aspx?" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BakerHostetler Open Positions</a></p>

Work Assignments

Summer associates work directly with assigning attorneys and are not limited to any practice area. Constructive and positive feedback is provided throughout the program, directly from the attorneys assigning the work, as well as in formal review meetings. Summer associates in previous years completed the following projects:

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<p>Summer associates work directly with assigning attorneys and are not limited to any practice area. Constructive and positive feedback is provided throughout the program, directly from the attorneys assigning the work, as well as in formal review meetings. Summer associates in previous years completed the following projects:</p>

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<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Attend Meetings with Clients</td><td>Draft UDRP Complaint</td><td>Prepare Investor Documents</td></tr><tr><td>Research</td><td>Review Bylaws for Clients</td><td>Review Purchase Agreements</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

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<details class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion"><summary><h2 class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__title">Work Assignments</h2></summary><div class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__content"><p>Summer associates work directly with assigning attorneys and are not limited to any practice area. Constructive and positive feedback is provided throughout the program, directly from the attorneys assigning the work, as well as in formal review meetings. Summer associates in previous years completed the following projects:</p><figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Attend Meetings with Clients</td><td>Draft UDRP Complaint</td><td>Prepare Investor Documents</td></tr><tr><td>Research</td><td>Review Bylaws for Clients</td><td>Review Purchase Agreements</td></tr></tbody></table></figure></div></details>

Training

We recognize that training is a critical component in every attorney’s professional development. Training sessions throughout the summer program include:

<p>We recognize that training is a critical component in every attorney’s professional development. Training sessions throughout the summer program include:</p>

<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Legal Writing</td><td>Pro Bono Discussion</td><td>Law Firm Economics</td></tr><tr><td>Timekeeping</td><td>Ethics &amp; Professional Liability</td><td>Practice Group Overview</td></tr><tr><td>Trial Training 101</td><td>Respectful Workplace Training</td><td>Legal Content &amp; Research Services</td></tr><tr><td>Associate Life Discussion</td><td>Q&amp;A with Firm Chairman Paul Schmidt</td><td></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<details class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion"><summary><h2 class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__title">Training</h2></summary><div class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__content"><p>We recognize that training is a critical component in every attorney’s professional development. Training sessions throughout the summer program include:</p><figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Legal Writing</td><td>Pro Bono Discussion</td><td>Law Firm Economics</td></tr><tr><td>Timekeeping</td><td>Ethics &amp; Professional Liability</td><td>Practice Group Overview</td></tr><tr><td>Trial Training 101</td><td>Respectful Workplace Training</td><td>Legal Content &amp; Research Services</td></tr><tr><td>Associate Life Discussion</td><td>Q&amp;A with Firm Chairman Paul Schmidt</td><td></td></tr></tbody></table></figure></div></details>

Mentoring

The mentoring program matches each summer associate with a mentor who will help them acclimate to the office and provide guidance in prioritizing and balancing work assignments. Summer associates are advised of their progress on a regular basis and are given formal feedback sessions.

<p>The mentoring program matches each summer associate with a mentor who will help them acclimate to the office and provide guidance in prioritizing and balancing work assignments. Summer associates are advised of their progress on a regular basis and are given formal feedback sessions.</p>

<details class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion"><summary><h2 class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__title">Mentoring</h2></summary><div class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__content"><p>The mentoring program matches each summer associate with a mentor who will help them acclimate to the office and provide guidance in prioritizing and balancing work assignments. Summer associates are advised of their progress on a regular basis and are given formal feedback sessions.</p></div></details>

Social Events

Our summer program values developing positive relationships at work and social events are planned throughout to encourage interaction among our summer associates and lawyers. In addition to happy hours, casual lunches and impromptu gatherings, past events have included:&nbsp;

<p>Our summer program values developing positive relationships at work and social events are planned throughout to encourage interaction among our summer associates and lawyers. In addition to happy hours, casual lunches and impromptu gatherings, past events have included:&nbsp;</p>

<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Associate Dinner</td><td>Cincinnati Red’s Game</td><td>Ice Cream Social</td></tr><tr><td>Office Visit to Cleveland</td><td>Office Visit to Columbus</td><td>Summer Associate Trivia</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<details class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion"><summary><h2 class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__title">Social Events</h2></summary><div class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__content"><p>Our summer program values developing positive relationships at work and social events are planned throughout to encourage interaction among our summer associates and lawyers. In addition to happy hours, casual lunches and impromptu gatherings, past events have included:&nbsp;</p><figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Associate Dinner</td><td>Cincinnati Red’s Game</td><td>Ice Cream Social</td></tr><tr><td>Office Visit to Cleveland</td><td>Office Visit to Columbus</td><td>Summer Associate Trivia</td></tr></tbody></table></figure></div></details>

Learning Opportunities

During the program, summer associates can accompany lawyers to a variety of client-related events. Below are some past valuable experiences provided to our summer associates:

<p>During the program, summer associates can accompany lawyers to a variety of client-related events. Below are some past valuable experiences provided to our summer associates:</p>

<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Trials</td><td>Arbitrations</td><td>Depositions</td></tr><tr><td>Negotiations</td><td>Board Meetings</td><td>Client Meetings &amp; Calls</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<details class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion"><summary><h2 class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__title">Learning Opportunities</h2></summary><div class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__content"><p>During the program, summer associates can accompany lawyers to a variety of client-related events. Below are some past valuable experiences provided to our summer associates:</p><figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Trials</td><td>Arbitrations</td><td>Depositions</td></tr><tr><td>Negotiations</td><td>Board Meetings</td><td>Client Meetings &amp; Calls</td></tr></tbody></table></figure></div></details>

Inclusion 

BakerHostetler is deeply committed to inclusion at all levels. We embrace people of all backgrounds as essential to the success of our firm, our clients and our community.

<p>BakerHostetler is deeply committed to inclusion at all levels. We embrace people of all backgrounds as essential to the success of our firm, our clients and our community.</p>

<details class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion"><summary><h2 class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__title">Inclusion </h2></summary><div class="wp-block-contentpilot-accordion__content"><p>BakerHostetler is deeply committed to inclusion at all levels. We embrace people of all backgrounds as essential to the success of our firm, our clients and our community.</p></div></details>

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