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Venable LLP

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GENERAL INFO

Headquarters: Washington, DC
7 offices (Company stats)

THE BUZZ…

• “Does good work, pleasant associates”
• “Michael Jackson”
• “Making big strides”
• “Starchy”



COMPANY INITIATIVES

Law Firm Diversity Programs,
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Pro Bono Programs

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SALARIES


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SURVEY SAYS


Associate Life
Vault’s Verdict: Venable associates describe their firm as collegial, though some contend that communication between associates and partners could be improved. 

 
Firm Culture & Associate Satisfaction


• “Venable's diverse client base and expansive pro-bono program both provide great opportunity for a fulfilling associate experience.” --litigator
• “Assignments often require me to delve into uncharted territory and I learn more about the practice every day.” –DC associate
• “The firm is relatively social. Many of my good friends are my colleagues, and we spend time together outside of work not infrequently.” –senior associate





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Getting Hired



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According to a Washington contact, Venable is looking for “motivated and well-rounded” candidates with a “good law school transcript and good poise.” Though there are specific GPA requirements, associates cite personality as the next most important factor in getting hired. A Baltimore associate describes the hiring process this way: “I was hired after serving as a law clerk. I had two sets of interviews, about 3-4 interviews per set. I believe the firm is looking for intelligent, genuine, hard-working and well-spoken candidates and (significant) experience outside of law school appears to be a plus.” Another Washington source reports that Venable is “recruiting from the top 25 schools in the country, with some exceptions for local NY/CA/MD/VA/DC schools. Top 25% at those schools, law review or other journal usually required, moot court a plus, personable, interesting and dynamic candidates.”

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