As their internship concludes, our Summer Associates reflect on their overall experience and how this will shape their perspective and guide their future paths in the legal profession.

Last but not least is Cami Hunter.

What were your overall thoughts on your Summer Associate experience?
My experience as a Summer Associate enabled me to learn about many different areas of the law and try new things in the Quad Cities area. I enjoyed getting to know many of the attorneys and appreciated how willing they were to include the Summer Associates in projects and events throughout the summer.

How did your internship change or reinforce your approach to practicing law?
My experience this summer gave me more exposure to client interactions and real-world approaches to problem-solving in the practice of law. The attorneys at Lane & Waterman are all very knowledgeable and I really enjoyed getting to see the thought process that went into how best to represent a client in working with different attorneys over the summer.

What advice would you give to future Summer Associates at Lane & Waterman
I would encourage future Summer Associates to seek out connections and establish mentorship relationships at the firm early on. Ultimately, your experience as a Summer Associate is what you make of it, so don’t be afraid to ask questions and communicate your interests and goals to the attorneys at the firm – you are your biggest advocate!

What will you miss most about the Quad Cities when you’re back in school?
I will miss many of the restaurants in the area and Whitey’s ice cream runs for sure!

The firm’s Summer Associate program offers law students practical legal experience following their first and second years of law school. During this program, Summer Associates engage in active client matters, and assist by, among other things, drafting briefs and transactional documents; participating in depositions, arbitrations, and mediation sessions; attending client meetings; and observing courtroom procedures.