LEAP - Baker & Hostetler LLP

New York
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Baker&Hostetler LLP
In addition to the Mock Trial experience in New York, summer associates in the Big Apple attended
programs sponsored by “Human Rights First” and the New York City Bar, which introduced them to pro
bono opportunities and projects, enjoyed a night at Gotham Comedy Club, a scavenger hunt and a
performance of “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.”
Orlando
In Orlando, in addition to the Mock Trial program,
the six summer associates were exposed
to various aspects of the profession with a visit
to the federal courthouse, participation in the
office retreat, and sitting in on practice group
and industry team meetings.
Social outings provided the opportunity for them
to meet and get to know our Orlando lawyers
and included an indoor Putt-Putt tournament,
bowling, a day at Disney World/Epcot Center,
and dinners with partners.
“Very few firms provide a balance of education,
training, hands-on experience, and social
interaction. That is where Baker Hostetler excels.
Not only did the Orlando partners and associates
instruct me on various nuances regarding my
respective assignments, but they provided
feedback and follow-up inquiries which allowed me to see several projects through from start to finish.
“It is an exhilarating feeling to see large parts of a final product come directly from one’s own research
and interim work, especially while in an environment that one looks forward to working in every day.
The environment in the Orlando office is not only one that is conducive to the understanding and
professional practice of law, but equally serves to build lasting camaraderie firmwide among
colleagues, both in and out of the office.”
–Anthony Rodriguez, Orlando summer associate, University of Florida
At left: Christine Kim and
Dawn Kennedy of the Los
Angeles office.
Orlando summer associates: Front row (l to r): Alissa
Lugo (University of Florida), Anisley Tarragona
(University of Miami), and Benjamin Webster (Florida
State). Back row (l to r): Robert Haffke (Case Western
Reserve University), Anthony Rodriguez (University of
Florida), and Joshua Lynch (Vanderbilt University).
Los Angeles
Los Angeles summer associates Christine Kim (Georgetown University) and
Dawn Kennedy (USC) were kept very busy, with challenging work assignments
and opportunities to spend time outside the office getting to know the
office’s attorneys. Visits to the Magic Castle, the Getty Villa and the Hollywood
Bowl provided a relaxing and enjoyable time for all.
Participating in the “Public Counsel” program, assisting impoverished people
to obtain emergency food and shelter benefits through the General Relief
and Food Stamps programs, afforded Christine and Kim a perspective on the
work that can be done outside the office to benefit the local community.