Job Description: The Palo Alto office of Sidley Austin LLP is accepting applications from first year law students for the 2024 Summer Associate Program. Candidates should have exceptional academic credentials and a genuine passion for the law. Please note that every year, Sidley opens its application process before the firm intends to start actively reviewing applications or extending interview invitations. The Palo Alto office plans to conduct the vast majority of 1L interviews for the 2024 summer program in early 2024. We will require a transcript containing your 2023 fall semester grades. You may upload a placeholder document if you submit your application prior to grades being released. Please email your updated transcript to NorcalLegalRecruiting@sidley.com as soon as you receive your 2023 fall semester grades in order to update your application. Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Job Requirements: