Send a copy of your cover letter, resume and law school transcript to Amy Kattman (kattman@taftlaw.com) for positions in Ohio and to Lisa Watson (lwatson@taftlaw.com) for positions in Indianapolis.

Our hiring needs are evaluated on an annual basis and our summer program is staffed based on the number of new lawyers we anticipate needing the following year. We do not hire more summer associates than we believe we will be able to accommodate as associates. The bulk of summer associates are in our Cincinnati, Cleveland and Indianapolis offices.

Absolutely. We encourage students to submit resumes. Send a copy of your cover letter, resume and law school transcript to Amy Kattman (kattman@taftlaw.com) for positions in Ohio and to Lisa Watson (lwatson@taftlaw.com) for positions in Indianapolis.

Taft interviews at a variety of law schools throughout the United States. On-campus interviews are typically 20 minutes at length to allow us to meet as many candidates as possible. Students invited for call-back interviews meet a number of lawyers in the firm, including partners and associates. There is typically a lunch or dinner involved in the interview process.

The person in charge of each office's summer program maintains a database of all projects submitted by the attorneys. Projects are assigned based on the interests of the summer associate and the needs of our clients. 

Yes. Each summer associate is assigned at least one advisor who is available as a sounding board for projects, questions regarding firm culture, or anything else that may be of interest to the summer associate.

We offer departmental presentations, a presentation on the history of the firm, and a variety of other presentations throughout the summer. In addition, the summer associates are invited to attend any presentations or training sessions offered to the firm's associates.

Our social events are designed to help you get to know our lawyers and cities in a relaxed fashion. Different lawyers are invited to the events allowing you to meet a variety of people. Significant others are invited to some of the events. We believe that it's important for everyone involved in the decision-making process to have a clear understanding of the firm and its people. The events vary by city, but we'll make sure that you are well-fed and have fun!

All firm resources are available to summer associates.  Each summer associate is given her/his own office, a computer, blackberry and a legal assistant. You may also depend on the information technology and library staff to assist you.

Summer associates are evaluated on an informal basis, by the lawyers for whom they are completing projects, throughout the summer. In addition, there is a formal mid-summer meeting. At the conclusion of the summer program, the decision regarding the extension of the offers is made.

The current salary for 2008 is $1923/wk for our Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton and Indianapolis offices

Splits are allowed on a case-by-case basis. However, you are required to spend at least eight weeks at Taft. We believe that the more time our summer associates spend with our firm, the better the experience for all parties.

Yes. First-year students should apply immediately following December 1. Please send a cover letter and a copy of your resume to Amy Kattman (kattman@taftlaw.com) for positions in our Ohio offices and Lisa Watson (lwatson@taftlaw.com) for positions in Indianapolis.

Yes. Information about the many volunteer contributions of our attorneys appears under Community Involvement. The information also appears on our NALP form.

Yes. We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis prohibited by law, including race creed, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

The firm has adopted a "business appropriate" attire policy for all offices. While you are not required to wear a suit, we strongly recommend having one on hand in those instances such as client meetings, or going to court, when professional attire is required.