Winston & Strawn LLP is an international law firm with more than 975 attorneys in key financial centers around the world. We bring an understanding of the global and industry-specific legal and business issues our clients face in transactions, disputes, and regulatory/enforcement-related matters. We litigate cases and close transactions. We are shrewd advisers, and our clients view us as trusted business partners. We strive to provide our clients with creative solutions to their business problems—on time and on budget. We serve our communities and the public interest, promote diversity within our firm and throughout the legal profession, and maintain a culture of teamwork and collegiality.

Job description

We are currently accepting Pathways Scholarship applications from second-year law students interested in joining our 2026 Summer Associate Program.

To Apply For The Scholarship, Submit The Application Form Along With Your Resume, Law School Transcript And/or Grades When Available, And a Personal Statement (500 Words Or Less) Answering The Following Two Prompts

Describe any leadership, advocacy, or service that reflects a commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment in your college, law school, or broader community
Discuss any unique skills, perspectives, or insights that you believe you will bring to the legal profession due to your background and/or experiences

To be considered for the scholarship, you must separately apply for a 2L position in our 2026 Summer Associate Program. Please submit only one application to your preferred office. Duplicate applications for multiple offices will not be accepted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

The 2026 summer associate salary will be based on a pro-rata calculation of entry-level associate compensation, which is currently $225,000.

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