Overview
Introduction
If you are a self-starter, Cahill might be the place for you. Associates have no billable hour requirement, which leaves room for pro bono and other non-billable work. Above-market bonuses are certainly perks that associates appreciate. The firm encourages associates to continue their development through Cahill Academy, the firm’s training program that covers a variety of topics relevant to everyday practice. Cahill allows associates control over their matters and workload, which instills a feeling of independence over their careers.&l...
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Vault Verdict
Small but mighty may be the best way to describe Cahill as associates appreciate the hours, compensation, and firm culture. Candidates typically come from top law schools and must be hard workers. Moreover, they must be social, friendly, and team-oriented to integrate into the comfortable, collegial work environment at Cahill. Because of the firm’s small size, partners are accessible and take the time to get to know associates both personally and professionally. Opportunities for interaction and feedback are plentiful given how closely partners and associates work together, and formal training programs through Cahill Academy are thorough and scheduled regularly. Additional benefits of its smallness, transparency and communication are commendable. Associates receive significant ass...
About the Firm
With a reputation for capital markets prowess and high-stakes litigation excellence, Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP is the picture of an effective and conservatively managed firm. With around 300 attorneys, Cahill focuses on a wide array of practice areas, including corporate finance and M&A, litigation, investigations, and crisis advisory.
An Exclusive Club
The firm was founded in 1919 by the former U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, and from the start, it proved itself to be a player in corporate law and finance. Its best-known name partner was John T. Cahill, a former U.S. Attorney for New York’s Southern District in Manhattan—an office that The New York Times dubbed “one of the city’s most powerful clubs.” The firm led a period of growth and expansion after World War II. ...
Associate Reviews
- “Firm culture is overall very pleasant. Cahill is a smaller BigLaw firm, and by virtue of its smaller size, I feel like a lot of partners know me by name and on a personal level, and I have a lot of mentorship-like professional relationships with a number of mid- to senior-level associates. We often organize social events (lunches, dinners, happy hours, etc.).”
- “Cahill is on the smaller side for BigLaw, so there's a very collegial feel to the firm. People know each other and are friends, especially among associates. It's a nice place to work, and the firm makes sure to sponsor events for the entire staff, but also individual teams.”
- “The culture really does feel different from what I've heard from my peers at other firms. We socialize organically outside of the office fairly regularly and also have firm-sponsored events. I do feel like many of my colleagues are also my friends, and I really appreciate that about Cahill.”
- “The firm's culture is professional but with an emphasis on social events and teamwork. Lawyers socialize with one another informally every week on an organic basis. The day-to-day atmosphere is pleasant and comfortable.”
Diversity at Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP
Getting Hired Here
- “Hiring is competitive. Cahill regularly hires from the top schools and looks for candidates who have done research on what Cahill is best at (leveraged finance) and have an interest in developing into a leader in that field.”
- “The firm looks for candidates from top-rated law schools. The firm has a large base from Fordham Law. The firm provides training for those who interview.”
- “Our firm seems to love Fordham and NYU. They like hard-working individuals with bright personalities who will work well on our team. It is an absolute must that you be polite and be able to sustain a conversation.”
- “The firm is looking for intelligent, hard-working, and personable people. The firm is big on ‘fit’ and contributing well to the firm culture. As a small BigLaw firm, I find the firm has built a better culture than larger law firms.”
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