Associates and Summer Associates

Careers Offices Alumni People Services News and Insights About Us Associates and Summer Associates ASSOCIATE PERSPECTIVES Opportunity Built on Trust “From the very first conversation, Dykema focused on me. My individual talents, my goals, and the opportunities I sought. I was encouraged to seek out a variety of client work in order to find the path that was right for me.” READ ANDA’S STORY ASSOCIATE PERSPECTIVES A Career Built to Last Samir Mouawad, Bloomfield Hills From a small firm to Big Law and ultimately back to Dykema, Samir’s story reminds us that sometimes, the best career move is about more than prestige—it’s about finding the place where you can truly thrive. READ SAMIR’S STORY ASSOCIATE PERSPECTIVES Collegiality & Culture Asel Lindsey, San Antonio “I think firm culture reflects the core values of an organization, and I always sought to work at a firm with a positive and supportive environment, especially for female attorneys.” READ ASEL’S STORY ASSOCIATE PERSPECTIVES Building Success Sam Kilberg, Bloomfield Hills Sam Kilberg is a people person. It’s why his office door is always open. It’s why he can’t pass your desk without saying hello. And it’s why he chose to work at Dykema, where strong relationships are the core of the firm’s culture. READ SAM’S STORY ASSOCIATE PERSPECTIVES Promises Fulfilled on the Road to Partner Abi Gnanadesigan, Los Angeles ”Looking back, all the good things I heard about Dykema ended up being true. I know I made the right choice.” READ ABI’S STORY ASSOCIATE PERSPECTIVES Opportunity Built on Trust “From the very first conversation, Dykema focused on me. My individual talents, my goals, and the opportunities I sought. I was encouraged to seek out a variety of client work in order to find the path that was right for me.” READ ANDA’S STORY ASSOCIATE PERSPECTIVES A Career Built to Last Samir Mouawad, Bloomfield Hills From a small firm to Big Law and ultimately back to Dykema, Samir’s story reminds us that sometimes, the best career move is about more than prestige—it’s about finding the place where you can truly thrive. READ SAMIR’S STORY ASSOCIATE PERSPECTIVES Collegiality & Culture Asel Lindsey, San Antonio “I think firm culture reflects the core values of an organization, and I always sought to work at a firm with a positive and supportive environment, especially for female attorneys.” READ ASEL’S STORY ASSOCIATE PERSPECTIVES Building Success Sam Kilberg, Bloomfield Hills Sam Kilberg is a people person. It’s why his office door is always open. It’s why he can’t pass your desk without saying hello. And it’s why he chose to work at Dykema, where strong relationships are the core of the firm’s culture. READ SAM’S STORY ASSOCIATE PERSPECTIVES Promises Fulfilled on the Road to Partner Abi Gnanadesigan, Los Angeles ”Looking back, all the good things I heard about Dykema ended up being true. I know I made the right choice.” READ ABI’S STORY ASSOCIATE PERSPECTIVES Opportunity Built on Trust “From the very first conversation, Dykema focused on me. My individual talents, my goals, and the opportunities I sought. I was encouraged to seek out a variety of client work in order to find the path that was right for me.” READ ANDA’S STORY What to Expect as an Associate “I would have a difficult time leaving the firm because of the culture.   It’s rare to find a group of people where every single person is so talented, but there’s no competitive, cutthroat culture.”  ASSOCIATE LIFE AT DYKEMA Compensation and Benefits Mentoring Professional Development Our Summer Associate Program Why Join Dykema? Firm size offers broad market with fewer potential conflicts than larger firms. “We may be sharp-elbowed on behalf of our clients, but internally we are soft-elbowed.” Our realistic path is lined with professional development initiatives, including a business development retreat, to help you meet partnership expectations. Multiple mentoring opportunities for all stages of your career: new lawyer, peer, senior attorney, and career planning and practice development programs. Most matters are staffed to allow for direct partner access and frequent client contact, allowing you to take on significant responsibility early and often. An 1850-hour annual requirement, coupled with billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities, acknowledges the balance of career, social responsibility, and firm citizenship. You will see matters through from start to finish, rather than focusing on one small aspect of a case or transaction, allowing you to gain a full understanding of your clients’ needs. Strong practice group management and structured learning programming provides continual development. “The lateral integration program has held both me and the firm accountable for my development following the transition.” “My client opportunities are truly national without geography-based silos to get in the way.” Firm size offers broad market with fewer potential conflicts than larger firms. “We may be sharp-elbowed on behalf of our clients, but internally we are soft-elbowed.” Our realistic path is lined with professional development initiatives, including a business development retreat, to help you meet partnership expectations. Multiple mentoring opportunities for all stages of your career: new lawyer, peer, senior attorney, and career planning and practice development programs. Most matters are staffed to allow for direct partner access and frequent client contact, allowing you to take on significant responsibility early and often. An 1850-hour annual requirement, coupled with billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities, acknowledges the balance of career, social responsibility, and firm citizenship. You will see matters through from start to finish, rather than focusing on one small aspect of a case or transaction, allowing you to gain a full understanding of your clients’ needs. Strong practice group management and structured learning programming provides continual development. “The lateral integration program has held both me and the firm accountable for my development following the transition.” “My client opportunities are truly national without geography-based silos to get in the way.” Firm size offers broad market with fewer potential conflicts than larger firms. “We may be sharp-elbowed on behalf of our clients, but internally we are soft-elbowed.” 1 2 3 4 5 Ready to Go “All In”? Our team of lawyers and professionals pushes the envelope for innovation, work quality, and client service. From Washington, D.C., to Los Angeles, across Texas, Michigan, and throughout the Midwest, we are driven with purpose and passion for our work and our clients’ goals. Day in, day out, we go “all in.” Will you join us? Apply Now Summer Associate Program Dykema’s summer associate program provides law students with the opportunity to experience the practice of law at our Firm through our summer associate program. Participants receive a detailed, realistic view of the firm, its practices, its clients, its lawyers and the social and cultural aspects of the communities in which our offices are located. To learn more about our summer program, click here. APPLY TODAY Associate Life by the Numbers BONUS ELIGIBILITY PRO BONO ALLOWANCE ALLOWANCE FOR FIRM EFFORTS Join Us! We are always interested in qualified talent. If you have questions or would like to learn more about associate life at Dykema, please contact us today. 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