Chicago, IL
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.
Summer Class Size
44 associates
Data sources: Financial data from AmLaw 200, FY2025. Practice area rankings from Chambers USA 2026. Summer program data from Chambers Associate 2026. Office locations from firm websites. Last verified: March 27, 2026. View our data methodology
Summer Offer Rate
97%
Billable Hours
1,950 hours
Source: Chambers USA 2026 Rankings
| Practice Area | Band | Jurisdictions |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Litigation | Band 1 | California, Illinois |
| Entertainment / Media / Sports | Band 1 | New York |
| Government Regulatory / Public Policy | Band 1 | District of Columbia |
| Higher Education | Band 1 | Nationwide |
| Insurance / Reinsurance | Band 1 | Illinois |
| Law Firm Defense | Band 1 | Nationwide |
| Native American Law: Appellate | Band 1 | Nationwide |
| White Collar Defense | Band 1 | Illinois |
| Capital Markets / Securities | Band 2 | Illinois |
| Commercial Litigation | Band 2 | New York |
| Energy / Infrastructure | Band 2 | Illinois |
| Entertainment / Media / Sports | Band 2 | California, District of Columbia |
| Food & Beverages: Regulatory & Litigation | Band 2 | Nationwide |
| Government Regulatory / Public Policy | Band 2 | Nationwide |
| Intellectual Property (General / Trademark) | Band 2 | Nationwide, New York |
| Native American Law | Band 2 | Nationwide |
| Privacy / Data Security | Band 2 | Nationwide |
| Restructuring / Bankruptcy | Band 2 | Illinois |
| White Collar Defense | Band 2 | California, New York |
| Appellate Litigation | Band 3 | Nationwide |
| Capital Markets / Securities | Band 3 | Nationwide |
| Energy / Infrastructure | Band 3 | Nationwide |
| Environmental | Band 3 | Illinois |
| Intellectual Property (General / Trademark) | Band 3 | California, District of Columbia, Illinois |
| Labor & Employment | Band 3 | Illinois |
| White Collar Defense | Band 3 | Nationwide |
| Commercial Litigation | Band 4 | District of Columbia |
| Corporate / M&A | Band 5 | Illinois |
| White Collar Defense | Band 5 | District of Columbia |
Vault Rank (2026)
#43
AmLaw Rank (FY2025)
#81
Founded
1914
Chair / Managing Partner
Ishan Bhabha
Partners
101
Attorneys
~470
Partnership Track
9 years
Billable Hours Target
1,950 hours
Summer Class Size (2025)
~40
Revenue (FY2025)
$783.5M
Revenue per Lawyer (FY2025)
$1.7M
1st-Year Total Comp (2026)
$245,000+
PPP (FY2025)
$3.4M