Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP is a Chicago-based intellectual property law firm with over 100 attorneys, highly qualified patent agents, and technical specialists, all dedicated to providing superior intellectual property counseling. We specialize in prosecution and litigation in all areas of intellectual property law. We litigate nationwide, primarily within the federal court system, and obtain patents and trademark registrations for our clients in the United States and foreign patent and trademark offices. During the summer, we expose our summer associates to realistic, substantive legal assignments tackling issues across intellectual property disciplines, including litigation, prosecution, and transactional. We look for candidates with bright legal minds and demonstrated technical ability. The ideal candidate enjoys a thirst for learning, has a dedicated work ethic, and an ability to work effectively in teams. Each candidate should have at least one technical/science degree, with an advanced degree preferred. In rare cases, we will consider exceptional candidates without such degrees, but with otherwise demonstrated technical ability. We also appreciate the value diversity builds in our practice of law and look for candidates from diverse backgrounds that can bring a breadth of experience to our team. Qualified candidates must possess: Strong academic credentials, which should minimally include a science (e.g. chemistry, biology) or engineering undergraduate degree. Advanced degrees are preferred, but not required. GPAs of at least 3.0 in all levels of education. Excellent communication skills-both written and verbal-and exceptional research and organizational skills. Ability to grasp new technical teachings quickly and enjoy a thirst for learning. During the summer, we expose our summer associates to realistic, substantive legal assignments tackling issues across intellectual property disciplines, including litigation, prosecution, and transactional. We also have many social events throughout the summer that take advantage of the culture and richness of Chicago and that help build camaraderie with our legal professionals. Compensation for a summer associate position is $3,800 per week, with a minimum of 10 weeks preferred. Compensation for a first-year associate position is $200,000 per year. Marshall Gerstein is committed to diversity, equity & inclusion and to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of the most talented and qualified professionals. We recognize that diversity at all levels of our firm, and the collective strength of our differences, enables us to better serve our clients, create enduring relationships, provide a platform for continued success, and improve both the vibrancy and innovation of our working environment. Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability (where the applicant or employee is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation), any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.