The Summer Experience is distinguished by the opportunities to meet and get to know so many of the partners and associates across the firm.

Paired Associates

Each Summer Associate will have an assigned associate -- think "mentor." The paired associate will help with the transition into the office and serves as a valuable resource to summer associates.

Attorney Interaction

Meeting and getting to know our attorneys is one of the most important components of the summer experience. Our attorneys are the foundation of the Firm. They come from diverse backgrounds, each contributing to the success of the Firm. The Summer Associate Committee will plan a variety of social events to facilitate attorney interaction on an informal basis. They provide excellent opportunities to meet a larger representation of attorneys and for us to get to know you.

Assessment and Evaluation

Paul Hastings sets high standards for our attorneys and our summer associates. The Summer Associate Committee will assess members of the program in consideration for future employment based on the following criteria:

• Professional and Positive Attitude
• Adaptability, Reliability, and Thoroughness
• Personal and Professional Responsibility
• Professional Ambition, Motivation, and Initiative
• Research skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Strong Written and Verbal skills
• Integrity
• Analytical and Critical Thinking skills
• Ability to work on a team
• Organization and multi-tasking
• Confidence
• Good Judgment
• Imagination and creativity
• Substantive Legal Knowledge

These are among the characteristics that are assessed during the course of the summer.