H. James Bennett - Saint Louis University School of Law
“I sincerely enjoyed my summer with Thompson Coburn. Thompson Coburn’s summer program allowed me the opportunity to work with some of the greatest and most respected minds in the legal profession. There is no doubt that the resources Thompson Coburn has to offer a young associate are unmatchable.”

Allison Graves - University of Alabama School of Law
“Thompson Coburn offers summer associates the ideal summer experience. The white board system allowed me to learn about the variety of practice groups Thompson Coburn has to offer, while not requiring me to work in the areas in which I had no interest. The projects I did were always interesting, and the assigning attorneys took the time to work closely with me on them. The best part of working at Thompson Coburn though was the people. From partners to first-year associates, every attorney I met was interested in getting to know me personally. And with all of the social and work-related events throughout the summer, there were many opportunities to get to know attorneys other than the ones I worked for. I can’t imagine a better firm with which to spend my summer.”

Sarah Hasan - The George Washington University Law School
"The best part of my summer experience at Thompson Coburn was working with the attorneys. As a 1L summer associate, I was worried about not having the opportunity to complete advanced courses and work on my legal writing skills. I had no reason to be concerned. Each attorney I worked with took the time to sit down with me and answer all my questions. All the people at Thompson Coburn are genuinely invested in your success."

Brian Lamping - Saint Louis University School of Law
“The recruiting staff at Thompson Coburn flawlessly coordinated a summer schedule that consisted of great events like Cardinal games, happy hours, and a trip to the Mt. Pleasant winery. In addition to numerous social events, I truly enjoyed the everyday work experience at Thompson Coburn. I learned a lot about TC’s culture and atmosphere because the attorneys treated me like a ‘real lawyer.’ As a TC summer associate, I received valuable training in topics such as legal research and trial preparation. I enjoyed the assistance of a helpful secretary, and worked in an office that overlooked the St. Louis riverfront and Gateway Arch. Most importantly, I felt extremely comfortable in Thompson Coburn’s fun and relaxed work environment.”

Ross Linzer - Boston University School of Law
"Unlike summer associates at most other large law firms who are placed in a rotation consisting of just a few specialties, I had the opportunity to work on multiple projects in virtually every practice area of the firm. The unique flexibility of the whiteboard assignment system permitted me to gain experience in many diverse areas of law and to interact and work closely with numerous partners and associates. This wide range of exposure will allow me to make a much more educated decision when ultimately choosing a practice group to enter and an area of law in which to specialize."

Sarah Molina - Saint Louis University School of Law
“I couldn’t have asked for a better summer experience. Thompson Coburn provided me with the best of both worlds: the resources and diversity of a large firm and the intimacy of small-to-medium-sized practice groups. The firm matches each Summer Associate with a mentor to help guide us through the summer program, to introduce us to people who share our interests, both professional and personal, and to help integrate us into the firm. Thompson Coburn embraces people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes a variety of viewpoints. As a mother of three children, I noticed from day one that I would not have to sacrifice my family to have a career at Thompson Coburn. The firm has wonderful female role models who are available for advice on how to achieve life-work balance.”

Meaghan Moriarty - University of Minnesota School of Law
“Thompson Coburn’s summer program provides the perfect opportunity to experience both life as an associate at the firm and the riches that St. Louis has to offer. The firm allows summer associates to chose the projects that interest them. As a result, I was able to learn about the law in several litigation and transactional fields rather than being assigned to do work for only one or two groups for the entire summer. I have worked on several employment and labor issues, analyzed the best way to help a new healthcare system enter the Missouri market, researched corporate ethics and drafted a residential nursing home agreement. A mock trial provided us with an opportunity to develop and try our own case in front of an experienced judge. As a newcomer to the city, I found Thompson Coburn ideally suited to helping me to explore multiple practice areas, to develop relationships with associates and partners, and to establish a social network outside the office.

The best part of the summer program really is the people. Not only have I had the invaluable opportunity to witness and participate in the working dynamics of multiple practice areas, but everyone that I have met has truly cared about learning who I am and what my interests are. One of the most memorable experiences of the summer was the invitation to have dinner at the home of one of the partners in an informal and entertaining setting. Thompson Coburn, and St. Louis, already feel like home to me.”

Jennifer Prosky - Washington University School of Law
"Having just finished my first year of law school, I have been so impressed with the numerous opportunities I have had to do real work on major cases and for important clients. I have always been treated as part of the team: attending depositions, receiving case updates and seeing my work sent to clients. The attorneys I have worked with have been so friendly and welcoming, and have been genuinely interested in getting to know us. Whether preparing for the summer associate mock trial or watching the Cardinals play from the TC suite, we have been treated like a part of the firm. I couldn’t imagine a better summer experience."

Colin Watson - University of Michigan School of Law
"One of the Summer Program's many strengths is that it provides summer associates with ample opportunity to experience the actual practice of law outside of the office with Thompson Coburn attorneys. Attending depositions, client conferences, and court arguments were some of the most interesting, rewarding, and educative experiences I had all summer. Watching Thompson Coburn attorneys in action helped to put my work product into context and enhanced my understanding of the larger projects to which I was contributing."

Sean Murphy - Saint Louis University School of Law
“A summer at Thompson Coburn provides a challenging experience in a very rewarding environment. As a summer associate, I encountered complex legal scenarios on a day to day basis. My work assignments allowed me to participate in numerous matters and play an active role in case development. Given my participation, I leave this summer with a better sense of TC’s practice areas and the type of law I wish to practice. This has truly been an unforgettable summer.”