Career Stories

By empowering associates to shape their futures, Kirkland creates a culture of openness and opportunity.

Kirkland believes strongly in early responsibility. From day one, I’ve been staffed on assignments or deals directly with partners.

Kirkland provides the perfect balance of granting its attorneys autonomy over their careers, while also offering support and guidance along the way.

At every step, the Firm provides associates with the tools and encouragement to be the best lawyers they can be.

Kirkland facilitates creative thinking and problem-solving early on.

Our in-house training provides the opportunity to learn from the best in the industry, which in turn enables us to benefit from early courtroom experience.

While the main focus of the Kirkland Summer Associate Program is to expose you to the work, it also prioritizes building community.

I believe working for a place where mentorship is highly valued and deeply rooted in the culture is crucial for both my long-term success and my day-to-day happiness.

The open assignment system has been invaluable to my career. I’ve been able to tailor my practice toward the kinds of matters I find the most fulfilling.

New ideas and ways of doing things are always encouraged from peers, partners and everyone in between. Everyone has always been receptive to my feedback and my perspective.