At KMK Law, we are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from a wide range of backgrounds can thrive, grow, and contribute meaningfully to the success of our clients and our firm. As part of this commitment, we are proud to offer the KMK Law Fellowship. This Fellowship reflects our mission to build high-performing teams whose unique backgrounds and experiences strengthen our firm and the services we provide. We seek candidates who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, community service, and unique perspectives shaped by personal or professional experiences.
Selected candidates will join KMK as first-year summer associates. They will receive the standard summer associate salary, and a grant of up to $10,000. The first half of the grant is paid within 30 days of starting the summer program, and the remaining half of the grant is contingent upon receiving, accepting, and beginning a position as a second-year summer associate at KMK Law.
Eligibility Requirements
- The Fellowship is open to any first-year law student at an ABA-accredited law school who has demonstrated academic or professional excellence, leadership potential, community service, and unique perspectives shaped by personal or professional experiences or background.
- Applicants must be committed to practicing law in Cincinnati, Ohio upon graduation and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing legal team
Application Requirements
Please submit the following materials:
- A personal statement describing how your background or experiences provide a unique perspective you would bring to KMK.
- Current résumé.
- Law school transcript.
Submission of first-semester grades is required for a complete application. Those wishing to apply before grades are available should email their transcript, once available, to lawcareers@kmklaw.com. Applications will be reviewed when they are complete.
Application Period
- Apply through January 20, 2026.
Contact Information
Kate Christoff, Director of Legal Talent
513.639.3965
kchristoff@kmklaw.com