June 24, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 24, 2020
WASHINGTON, DC—In the 2020 Chambers Associate guide, Finnegan ranked #1 among DC law firms for Associate Satisfaction. Additionally, the firm ranked as a top 10 DC law firm in the categories of Retention, Career Opportunities, Benefits and Quality of Life, and Pro Bono. The firm was also recognized as a top firm in the same categories nationally.
Chambers Associate provides students with an inside look into the working lives of associates at the nation’s leading law firms. Results are derived from interviews with associates and an online survey that covers every aspect of law firm life, from their initial views on the firm and its competitors, to their relationships with partners and clients, to the firm's handling of diversity and inclusion and pro bono. Associates are also asked about their expectations and aspirations.
One associate spoke to Finnegan’s reputation as an IP leader, referring to firm attorneys as the “masters of IP.” Another associate noted that at Finnegan, it is possible to build your own practice as a junior associate and “find a natural fit for your expertise rather than being pigeonholed.” Associates also spoke highly of the firm culture, saying, “Considering the pedigree of work we do, there’s a certain humility. You don’t see degrees hanging over people’s heads anywhere; they know they’re smart, but they don’t show off.”
Contacts
Anand K. Sharma, Managing Partner
anand.sharma@finnegan.com
Mark D. Sweet, Chair
mark.sweet@finnegan.com
Timothy M. Henderson, Chief Recruitment & Professional Development Officer
tim.henderson@finnegan.com
About Finnegan
Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP is one of the largest IP law firms in the world. From offices in Atlanta, Boston, London, Palo Alto, Reston, Seoul, Shanghai, Taipei, Tokyo, and Washington, DC, the firm practices all aspects of patent, trademark, and copyright, including counseling, prosecution, licensing, and litigation. Finnegan also represents clients on IP issues related to advertising, trade secret law, European patents and trade marks, international trade, portfolio management, the Internet, e-commerce, government contracts, antitrust, and unfair competition. For additional information on the firm, please visit www.finnegan.com. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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