Jenner & Block is a Chicago, IL-headquartered firm with approximately 468 attorneys and 4 offices. Founded in 1914.
Profits per partner
$3.4M
AmLaw #81
First-year comp
$255,000+
Reported first-year compensation
AmLaw revenue
$783.5M
Rank #81; 468 attorneys
Vault 100
#43
Overall firm rank
Partnership track
9 years
Reported path to partnership
Summer associates
44
97% reported offer rate
Jenner and Block has one of the most elite appellate and Supreme Court practices in the country and a pro bono program that sets the standard for the entire profession. With approximately 470 attorneys headquartered in Chicago and offices in New York, Washington DC, and Los Angeles, Jenner and Block is a litigation powerhouse with a genuine commitment to public interest work that goes far beyond checkboxes.
The firm's appellate and Supreme Court practice is consistently ranked among the top in the nation, with attorneys who regularly argue before the highest courts. Jenner and Block's complex commercial litigation, investigations, and content practices are equally strong, and the firm has deep expertise in media and First Amendment law. The firm was named a 2025 Pro Bono Innovator by Bloomberg Law, and its pro bono program regularly leads BigLaw in hours per attorney.
The culture at Jenner and Block is intellectually intense, mission-driven, and deeply collaborative. Associates are drawn to the firm because it proves that elite commercial work and meaningful pro bono service can coexist at the highest level. The firm fosters a culture where using your legal training to make a difference is not optional, it is expected and celebrated.
Jenner and Block's summer program uses a free-market system with approximately 45 summers. PPP is approximately $2.4 million. The firm recruits from top law schools and values candidates with strong writing skills, appellate interest, and demonstrated commitment to public service. If you want to build a career that combines world-class litigation with genuine impact, Jenner and Block is the gold standard.
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| Practice | Market | Recognition |
|---|---|---|
Commercial Litigation | California | Chambers Band 1 |
Commercial Litigation | Illinois | Chambers Band 1 |
Entertainment / Media / Sports | New York | Chambers Band 1 |
Government Regulatory / Public Policy | District of Columbia | Chambers Band 1 |
Higher Education | Nationwide | Chambers Band 1 |
Insurance / Reinsurance | Illinois | Chambers Band 1 |
Law Firm Defense | Nationwide | Chambers Band 1 |
Native American Law: Appellate | Nationwide | Chambers Band 1 |
White Collar Defense | Illinois | Chambers Band 1 |
Capital Markets / Securities | Illinois | Chambers Band 2 |