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Clerkship

POLING offers clerkship opportunities to law students who demonstrate a significant desire to obtain legal experience in an active litigation based firm. Our clerks are exposed to a variety of hands-on and experiential learning opportunities through both traditional summer and year-long clerkships.

While many legal clerkships focus solely on writing, POLING’s clerkships offer a diverse set of experiences, not only to write, but to likewise experience the practice of law. Clerks are offered the opportunities to observe trial, depositions, client interactions and hearings, while also drafting motions, discovery and participating in variety of other work. Our clerks are never tasked with “busy work” but rather, with work that is carefully overseen by the managing attorney and is then implemented into the matter for which it was prepared.

In addition to the experiences offered to each POLING clerk, clerks are also closely mentored by the firm’s attorneys toward developing each clerk in their future legal profession. While many of our clerks ultimately end up as POLING attorneys, all of our clerks are assured a clerkship that provides a fundamental basis from which to start a well-rounded legal career.

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What Our Clerks Are Saying:

POLING lives up to its motto as “Not Your Grandfather’s Law Firm.”  Every task I worked on was meaningful and important.  Everyone in the office was willing to help and answer questions.  From pleadings and motions, to mediations, client meetings, and attending trial, I was involved in just about every step of the civil litigation process.  More importantly, the people are what makes POLING an outstanding place to work.  It’s like family – and the best work environment that I’ve been in.

– M. McFarland 1L Clerk, Capital University Law School

My clerkship experience with POLING has been unmatched. I’ve been involved in every part of the legal process, from drafting initial pleadings and dispositive motions to observing depositions and trials. What sets POLING apart is the faith it has in its clerks’ abilities to do legal work, as evidenced by the many tasks I completed this summer. I feel confident going into litigation knowing that POLING provided me the necessary skills to succeed in such an exciting area of law. In addition to the unique legal experience, the atmosphere at POLING is friendly, supportive, and fun. The attorneys are personable and always willing to answer questions or provide support.

– J. Barnard 2L Clerk, The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law

My clerkship at POLING has been an extraordinary learning experience, giving me hands-on involvement in nearly every aspect of the legal process. From drafting key legal documents like initial pleadings, discovery responses, and motions to sitting in on depositions, I had the opportunity to dive deep into litigation. What really distinguishes POLING is the trust they place in their clerks, allowing me to take on meaningful work that directly impacts cases. This experience has left me well-prepared and confident as I move forward in my legal career. Beyond the professional development, the environment at POLING is warm and collaborative. The attorneys are approachable and always willing to share their insights, creating a positive and engaging workplace.

– Jenna 1L Clerk, Capital University Law School

My clerkship at POLING has been an incredible learning experience, offering me hands-on exposure to the legal field from the beginning. The attorneys here are dedicated to involving clerks in every aspect of the practice, providing opportunities to sit in on major cases, including mediations and depositions, even at the earliest stages. This immersive approach has allowed me to actively observe and participate in real-world litigation. My experience at POLING has dramatically boosted my confidence in my ability to succeed as a new attorney.

– Bridget 3L Clerk, Capital University Law School

My clerkship at POLING has been an incredible opportunity, providing me with valuable legal experience since I began. I have assisted with various legal tasks, including drafting legal documents and participating in client calls and depositions. I have been involved in all stages of cases, and each day has presented new and exciting challenges. The environment at POLING has been welcoming from my first day, with every person dedicated to helping the team succeed. Not a single day went by during this clerkship where I did not learn something new, and I feel confident in my abilities as a new attorney thanks to my experience at POLING.

– J. Kuhn 3L Clerk, Capital University Law School

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