Proskauer Rose LLP

Proskauer Rose is a New York powerhouse with the most dominant sports law practice in the world -- three of the four major North American professional sports commissioners are Proskauer alumni. But sports is just the headline; this firm's private equity, labor and employment, and litigation practices are all elite.

Proskauer's sports law group is genuinely without peer, representing major leagues, teams, and governing bodies in labor disputes, media rights negotiations, and governance matters. The private equity practice is top-tier, handling fund formation and sponsor-side transactions for major firms. The labor and employment group is one of the largest and most respected in the country, and the litigation practice regularly handles high-profile commercial disputes. With 750 attorneys and $3.8M in profits per partner, Proskauer delivers outsized profitability with a 2,000-hour billable requirement and free-market assignments.

Proskauer's culture is quintessentially New York -- driven, direct, and results-oriented. Associates describe the firm as demanding but fair, with partners who set high expectations and then invest in helping you meet them. The training is strong, with particular emphasis on developing associates who can handle sophisticated work independently. The summer program of roughly 67 associates has a 100% offer rate, signaling confidence in the recruiting process. The firm's midsized footprint means you will not get lost in a sea of associates.

Proskauer conducts 20-minute OCI screeners followed by callbacks lasting two to three hours. Interviewers may ask about your interest in private equity and the firm's signature practices, so come prepared to discuss why Proskauer's combination of PE, sports, and labor law appeals to you. Candidates describe the experience as reasonable with no major surprises, though enthusiasm varies by interviewer. The firm values candidates who demonstrate awareness of its unique practice mix -- mentioning the sports law practice is fine, but show that you understand the broader platform that supports it.