Linklaters LLP

Linklaters is a Magic Circle firm, one of the five elite London-headquartered law firms that represent the pinnacle of the global legal profession. With approximately 3,200 attorneys across major financial centers worldwide, Linklaters brings a distinctly international perspective to its US practice, operating primarily from its New York office with capabilities that rival the most prestigious American firms.

Linklaters is a dominant force in cross-border M&A, capital markets, banking, and competition law. The firm routinely advises on the largest and most complex international transactions and has a dispute resolution practice that spans arbitration and litigation across jurisdictions. For students interested in international finance, sovereign transactions, or cross-border regulatory matters, Linklaters offers exposure that is genuinely difficult to replicate at a US-only firm.

The culture reflects the firm's British heritage, polished, intellectually rigorous, and collaborative. The summer program includes a multi-day London Retreat where associates fly to London for educational sessions, roundtable discussions, and a formal dinner event. This global integration is a signature feature that distinguishes the Linklaters experience from domestic competitors.

Linklaters' US summer program uses a rotation system with approximately 40 summers. As a Magic Circle firm, the compensation is fully competitive with the US market. PPP is approximately $3.15 million. The firm recruits selectively from top US law schools, and candidates with international backgrounds, language skills, or demonstrated interest in cross-border finance will find the strongest alignment.