Law Students
Our Summer Associate Program provides first- and second-year law students with an active, authentic, and comprehensive look at what private practice looks like at Kegler Brown.
Over this 10-week program, Summer Associates become fully immersed in our team, working side-by-side with our attorneys in any and all practice areas of interest, with guidance and assistance from our Summer Associate Committee. You can expect to work with attorneys on meaningful client projects and gain real-world experience by participating in practice group sessions, client meetings, negotiations, depositions, and court proceedings.
The Summer Associate Program also includes weekly career development workshops, formal and informal mentoring, and an active schedule of social events where you can begin to develop the meaningful relationships with colleagues that serve as the foundation of our firm’s culture.
Summers are able to receive regular guidance and ongoing feedback directly from assigning attorneys as assignments are completed and through weekly written evaluations collected by the committee. Finally, our Summer Associates get to become part of our long-standing tradition of service to the community by leading a firm-wide community service project or event.
“From day one, I had the chance to take on meaningful client work and was encouraged to explore areas of law that sparked my interest. Thanks to the guidance and support of incredible mentors, I learned a great deal very quickly.”
Andreana Dingess
Associate
Building a Thriving Legal Career: Learning, Collaboration + Growth at Our Firm
Developing a Practice
At our firm, we don't expect new attorneys to have their practice fully defined from day one. We encourage continuous learning from the start. Summer Associates work on meaningful client matters, gaining early insight into businesses and fostering long-term investment. And even as associates, our attorneys often discover new areas of interest. Through ongoing education, skill development, and shared ownership of marketing and client service, we support our attorneys in building successful careers.
Owning Client Relationships + Projects
Our firm prioritizes collaboration and mentorship at every level. From day one, our Summer Associates work with experienced lawyers to manage client relationships and projects, making them integral to the team early on. We provide a culture of mentorship, offering support as they build confidence to lead their own teams. This collaborative environment helps our attorneys grow, earn client trust, and manage projects effectively.
Marketing + Business Development
Becoming a successful lawyer requires more than legal knowledge – it demands business development and marketing skills. We provide our attorneys with the tools to excel in all aspects of their careers and to craft their specific practice focus. Whether they need help establishing a presence online or becoming more active in their community, our proactive business development team offers ongoing support on firm business, client development, and strategic career building.
Building + Keeping Our Team
At our firm, compensation is key to building and retaining a strong team. We offer a transparent structure so attorneys know what to expect at each career stage and what’s expected of them. While traditional metrics matter, we also reward diverse strengths like work ethic, business development, and community involvement. Our focus is on fostering growth, client ownership, and cultural contributions to ensure success for both our attorneys and the firm.
