Impress, Express, Succeed: Six Power Moves for Summer Standouts

At your law firm’s summer program, the stakes are high. With summer associate offer rates at their lowest in over a decade, distinguishing yourself is more critical than ever. Our practice note offers six targeted recommendations designed to help you communicate with clarity, confidence, and professionalism—skills that will leave a lasting impression on supervising attorneys and help earn the respect essential to securing a full-time offer. Whether you're drafting internal updates, relaying your analysis, or asking smart questions, the guidance in this note is practical, actionable, and focused on what matters most during your short window to make a lasting impact.

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