Koley Jessen Welcomes 2024 Summer Associates
Koley Jessen is excited to introduce twenty-two exceptional law students selected for the firm’s 2024 Summer Associate Program. This year’s class comprises thirteen first-year and nine second-year law students, representing seven universities across the country. Among them, seven individuals are returning for their second summer, reflecting the positive impact and enriching experience of our program.
The first-year summer associates joining the firm are:
-
Spencer Allgood - University of Nebraska College of Law
-
Jim Brennan – University of Virginia School of Law
-
Kate Cox - Creighton University School of Law
-
Ellie Johnson - Creighton University School of Law
-
Caden Mathewson - Creighton University School of Law
-
Haley Mercer – University of Minnesota Law School
-
Marlee Milner - University of Nebraska College of Law
-
McKenna Montanez - Creighton University School of Law
-
Eduardo Renteria - University of Nebraska College of Law
-
Mike Shares – University of Michigan Law School
-
Jenna Stevens - University of Nebraska College of Law
-
Jessica Valdez - University of Nebraska College of Law
-
Treasure Willige - Creighton University School of Law
The second-year summer associates joining the firm are:
-
Hunter Belcastro - University of Nebraska College of Law
-
Charles Erker - University of Nebraska College of Law
-
Reneé Jackson-Armendáriz - Creighton University School of Law
-
Ira Kuehn - University of Iowa College of Law
-
Sydney Mallum - Creighton University School of Law
-
Patrick Mruz - Creighton University School of Law
-
Taylor Murph - Southern University Law Center
- Brooklyn Olson - Creighton University School of Law
- Jori Peters - University of Nebraska College of Law
During the 12-week program, summer associates will work as active members of our legal team on ongoing client matters across all major practice areas of the firm, providing them with comprehensive and practical exposure to various facets of private law practice.
As they rotate through three four-week periods, each focused on a different department, they will have opportunities to prepare for court appearances, trials, and depositions; conduct due diligence for corporate transactions; draft their own estate planning documents; and participate in a new mock exercise with our immigration team, assisting a client seeking asylum, where clerks will guide the client through the process; alongside attending client meetings and contributing to legal research and writing assignments.
To ensure personalized guidance, each summer associate will be paired with a mentor who will provide feedback and support, facilitating their professional growth and preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of their legal careers.
Additionally, the program features a variety of social events hosted by the firm to promote networking and relationship-building in a more casual setting. These events are an integral part of the summer experience, supporting camaraderie and a sense of community among the associates and our team.
“We're thrilled to welcome this exceptionally high-caliber cohort of summer associates to Koley Jessen,” said David Goeschel, Recruiting Committee Chair. “These law students bring outstanding academic achievements and a strong commitment to excellence, qualities we value highly in our team members. Over the next few months, we want them to experience firsthand the collegiality and collaborative nature of our firm's culture, gaining valuable insight into their fit within our team. Overall, we’re excited to provide a summer filled with meaningful work, mentorship, and enjoyable social activities, all aimed at helping them develop their skills, gain confidence in their legal abilities, and set the stage for successful legal careers."
Koley Jessen is proud to continue our tradition of fostering the next generation of legal talent. We eagerly anticipate the contributions and growth of this class and look forward to the positive impact they will undoubtedly have on our firm and clients. Welcome to our 2024 summer associates!