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Team-oriented. Supportive. Down-to-earth.

These are words our people use when they talk about our environment. We value collaboration, meaningful working relationships, and mentoring that flows both ways.

What Makes Us a Top Workplace?

Top Workplace | Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Our people. We hire smart, hardworking, and humble individuals who understand the importance of a strong, inclusive culture.

For 16 years running we've been recognized. We appreciate the value of every person and strive to do what we can, at our best, for both each other and our clients. We work closely with our clients and communities to do quality work, to give back, and to grow as individuals.

Opportunity Awaits

Our size offers an ideal mix: sophisticated and interesting work in a close-knit environment where personal connections thrive. Unleash your talents and join us!

Current Opportunities

Attorneys Business Professionals

 

What About Law Students?

Learn what it’s like to jumpstart your legal career with us.  

Law Students Fellowship Program

If you need an accommodation for any part of our application process, please contact a member of our talent team at talent@gklaw.com with the nature of your request and your contact information.

We’re Honored to be Honored

Our awards are more than a badge of honor. They represent the supportive, inclusive, and fun workplace culture we have created as we do our best work. Our reputation of excellence stems from our commitment to our clients and helps us attract a talented team.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity in perspectives and backgrounds is vital to understanding our clients’ needs and to attracting and keeping talented people. We recruit with diverse lived experiences top of mind because it creates a more dynamic, productive, and meaningful workplace.

We cultivate a culture of connection by promoting collaborative teamwork and fostering a reciprocal mentoring environment for each team member that embraces learning from all levels—inside and outside of our offices.

And as we mark our success, we know there is always room to do better.

Culture & Belonging

Growth at Every Stage

We invest in our people and prioritize their growth and development. Here, you can establish a solid foundation for a lasting career. As your interests and skills evolve, we support you in taking strides forward to reach your full potential.

Starting Your Career

You are part of our community from day one. Mentoring is an essential part of our culture, so expect many learning opportunities as you team up on challenging, high-profile work. With creativity at our core, we develop the best solutions for our clients while offering challenging work for you to learn.
 

The Flexibility to Grow

Our size is our sweet spot. We offer opportunities in different practices, departments, or responsibilities outside your current role. We’ll help you create your own path for growth and support you on your journey. We value teamwork, not competition because it helps us create better solutions for our clients and a more satisfying work environment.
 

Development Opportunities Aligned with Your Interests

We provide an avenue for growth through personal development, including continuing education courses, conferences, professional licenses and certifications, membership in professional associations, and tuition reimbursement. When team members propose their own professional development ideas, they’re met with encouragement and financial support. 

Committed Leadership

Shape your future in an environment that values teamwork and trust. Our compensation approach encourages our leaders to elevate those around them through mentoring, collaboration, and shared decision-making. And compensation isn’t the only incentive. All levels of leadership view developing others as an investment in our people and the firm's continued growth.

Why would you recommend working at Godfrey & Kahn?

We are treated as more than just employees, but people. They care about us here and we are appreciated for the work that we do. I have flexibility and freedom to make decisions in my work. I love my team and the people that work here in general.

-- Anonymous insight from the survey that’s earned us 16 years of Top Workplace recognition

What do you find most meaningful about working at Godfrey & Kahn?

I always feel like I'm truly helping people get important work done. We are shown appreciation regularly. I've never worked anywhere that didn't stress me out all the time. Being able to come to work every day and actually like what I do and the people that I work with, has been invaluable to my overall mental health and work-life balance.

-- Anonymous insight from the survey that’s earned us 16 years of Top Workplace recognition

What about Godfrey & Kahn is motivating to you?

Our firm prioritizes and promotes our clients' interests as a matter of our DNA. We recruit people who are collaborative and "team players" and this reinforces our strong culture.

-- Anonymous insight from the survey that’s earned us 16 years of Top Workplace recognition

How does Godfrey & Kahn support learning and growth?

I have always felt my desire to grow, learn, and try new things has been supported at Godfrey & Kahn. I love the people I get to work with and the type of work I get to do. I am provided ample learning and training opportunities to further my career.

-- Anonymous insight from the survey that’s earned us 16 years of Top Workplace recognition

How would you speak to the culture at Godfrey & Kahn?

The culture permeates through all of Godfrey & Kahn, which is amazing to see. The firm overall does a great job of supporting us through this challenging process with an honest and mindful eye towards the differences between here and other places. Transparency is a huge strength.

-- A summer associate's reflection on their time with us

Benefits & Perks That Matter

  • Profit-sharing over and above a 401(k) plan and match
  • Versatile well-being programs
  • Annual bonus eligibility
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Access to financial advisors for planning, investing, and retirement
  • Identity theft insurance
  • Student loan refinancing
  • Subsidized parking
  • Paid parental leave
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Time off for volunteerism
  • Discounts for local live entertainment and sporting events
  • Generous paid time off and holiday pay
  • Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • Professional development reimbursement
  • Daily fresh fruit and healthy snacks
  • Regular office lunches and happy hours