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Ask a Paul, Weiss associate, "What’s it like to practice at Paul, Weiss?" and they will tell you about the way they are excited by their work, the way their talents are nurtured, and the way they feel valued and empowered. We hope you will consider joining us.
Brad Karp, Firm Chair and Litigation Partner
Valerie Radwaner, Deputy Chair and Corporate Partner
Paul, Weiss Summer Associate Program
As a summer associate at Paul, Weiss, you will be part of the team from day one, giving you the chance to experience our fast-paced, collegial work environment—and find out what it's like to be a lawyer at the firm.
2L Summer Application Process
Each year we participate in on-campus interview programs and resume collections at the nation’s most competitive law schools. We also encourage qualified applicants to apply directly via our online application portal.
Opportunities for Lateral Associates and Judicial Clerks
Paul, Weiss offers lateral applicants the opportunity to leverage their experience and abilities at one of the world's premier law firms.
Locations
Paul, Weiss has ten offices in locations around the world: New York; Beijing; Hong Kong; London; Los Angeles; San Francisco; Tokyo; Toronto; Washington, D.C.; and Wilmington.
Benefits
Paul, Weiss recognizes the extraordinary contributions of our attorneys and is committed to offering top-of-the-market compensation and benefits.
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Meet the Paul, Weiss Litigation Hiring Partners
Get to know Paul, Weiss’s litigation hiring partners Jaren Janghorbani and Gregory Laufer in this video.
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The Paul, Weiss Corporate Department: Investing in Future Leaders
Corporate partner Laura Turano describes the associate experience in Paul, Weiss’s Corporate Department, and the training and challenging work associates can expect.
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Paul, Weiss Litigators: Leaders in the Profession
Litigation partner Yahonnes Cleary discusses Paul, Weiss’s broad litigation experience.
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M&A at Paul, Weiss: Excellence in Dealmaking
Corporate partner Laura Turano discusses Paul, Weiss’s market-leading M&A practice and what sets it apart.
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The Paul, Weiss Litigation Department: Winning When Stakes Are High
Litigation partners Jaren Janghorbani and Gregory Laufer talk about Paul, Weiss’s market-leading Litigation Department, the high-stakes matters we handle and our trial work.
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The Paul, Weiss Difference
Learn more about Paul, Weiss’s work on the biggest transactions for the most important companies in the world in this video.
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Emphasis on Training
Learn more about Paul, Weiss’s focus on teaching and training throughout our attorneys’ careers.
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Hit the Ground Running as a Paul, Weiss Litigator
Paul, Weiss litigation partners discuss the unparalleled growth of the firm’s Litigation Department and describe the incredible opportunities for litigation associates at the firm.
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Meet the Paul, Weiss Litigation Hiring Partners
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The Paul, Weiss Corporate Department: Investing in Future Leaders
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Paul, Weiss Litigators: Leaders in the Profession
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M&A at Paul, Weiss: Excellence in Dealmaking
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The Paul, Weiss Litigation Department: Winning When Stakes Are High
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The Paul, Weiss Difference
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Emphasis on Training
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Hit the Ground Running as a Paul, Weiss Litigator
News & Insights
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Brad Karp and Karen Dunn Featured in Vault Q&A on Paul, Weiss’s General Commercial Litigation Practice
Firm Chairman Brad Karp and litigation partner Karen Dunn discuss their paths to becoming litigators, examples of the types of cases they handle, and recommended training and development for those wishing to enter the practice in “Practice Perspectives: Vault’s Guide to Legal Practice Areas.”
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Scott Barshay and Andrew Krause Featured in Vault Q&A on Paul, Weiss’s M&A Practice
Corporate partners Scott Barshay and Andrew Krause discuss what drew them to M&A, what a typical day is like and some misconceptions about the practice area in “Practice Perspectives: Vault’s Guide to Legal Practice Areas.”
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Matt Abbott and Megan Spelman Featured in Vault Q&A on Paul, Weiss’s Private Equity Practice
Corporate partners Matt Abbott and Megan Spelman discuss the future of private equity, the types of transactions they handle, and what drew them to the practice in “Practice Perspectives: Vault’s Guide to Legal Practice Areas.”
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Loretta Lynch and Harris Fischman Featured in Vault Q&A on Paul, Weiss’s White Collar & Regulatory Defense Practice
Former U.S. Attorney General and litigation partner Loretta Lynch and litigation partner Harris Fischman discuss their experience working in the white collar and regulatory defense space and offer tips for paving a successful career in this area in “Practice Perspectives: Vault’s Guide to Legal Practice Areas.”
Your Career Path
We welcome motivated, talented law students who want to achieve the highest level of excellence in lawyering and practice in a fast-paced, collegial environment. At Paul, Weiss, you will work on today’s most critical matters and learn from the best.
Diversity and Inclusion
Other firms talk about diversity; we put it into practice. Our firm is a recognized leader in promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that different backgrounds and points of view spark innovative thinking and make us better problem solvers.
Pro Bono
Paul, Weiss is committed to providing impactful pro bono legal assistance to individuals and organizations in need. Associates are considered vital members of pro bono teams and receive extensive training and partner mentorship.
Women Lawyers at Paul, Weiss
Women lawyers at Paul, Weiss are at the forefront of leadership at our firm and in their fields. If you’re looking for role models and mentors who are the very best in the industry, you’ll find them here.