The Analyst Program
“The culture we have tried to create at Kobre & Kim is one that encourages people to speak for themselves and to be vocal about their opinions. We know that the best ideas and strategies do not always come from the top down but from all directions. This is important because we are ultimately in the business of advocating for our client’s position.”
–Michael S. Kim, firm co-founder
What is the Analyst Program?
The Kobre & Kim Analyst Program is a highly selective, minimum two-year program for recent college graduates and young professionals. Kobre & Kim is recognized industry-wide for its innovative Analyst Program, which now encompasses more than 60 Analysts worldwide. Analysts remain at the firm for a minimum of two years (and often longer), working alongside lawyers from the inception of the investigative phase of cases through actual litigation. Working under the supervision of the firm's lawyers, our Analysts provide research, knowledge and insight into sophisticated markets and a broad suite of highly specialized financial products.
The Analyst Program was created out of Michael Kim and Steven Kobre’s vision to maximize the value we provide to each of our clients. They recognized that there is a premium associated with all work generated by an attorney, but not all substantive work in support of a client’s position requires a legal degree. Examples of substantive work performed by Analysts include:
- Conducting factual and financial analysis and legal research;
- Providing strategic input based on their knowledge of the case facts;
- Drafting and filing court documents;
- Preparing for court appearances, depositions, client meetings and witness interviews; and
- Managing short-term and long-term investigative projects.
By having Analysts conduct this work under attorney supervision, attorneys can focus on the legal complexities and strategy at hand, which do require the expertise of a developed legal practice. Analysts are different from the typical paralegal in that the role’s core responsibilities are focused on substantive legal and financial work.
Above all, Analysts serve as the “masters of the facts” on their case teams as the members of the team closest to a case’s fact pattern and documents. Many of our analysts also speak two or more languages, have specialized knowledge of a particular region or previous experience in the financial sector.
Additional information on our Analysts, including Specialist Analysts, can be viewed on the Our People section of our website.
Why Join the Analyst Program?
The Analyst Program offers an unparalleled opportunity for recent college graduates and young professionals to gain substantive, hands-on experience in law; develop their critical thinking skills and acumen for a successful career in any industry; and join a network of both current and emerging leaders in the legal industry and beyond.
All Analysts have opportunities for advancement after their first year, including transitioning to promoted roles as a Senior Analyst or Product Manager. Analysts are also eligible to work in a highly legal-focused role as Specialist Analysts, working closely with the firm’s lawyers in cultivating specific product areas or skills to provide critical advisory services and leadership on client matters.
Additionally, the Analyst Program offers unique benefits and opportunities for Analysts, including but not limited to:
- Career growth (promotion and leadership opportunities, cross-office teamwork & collaboration, affinity groups, mentorship, international connections and alumni network, structured feedback)
- Skills development (client interaction, public speaking, extensive training and resources, stipends for foreign language courses and job-related professional certifications)
- Graduate school preparation support (paid study leave, firm-covered test preparation stipend, guidance from peers and network)
- Work perks (social and professional development events, peer and attorney mentorship, stipends, external/internal speaker events, potential office transfers and travel opportunities, hybrid working model, and much more).
Click here to learn more about the Analyst Program by the Numbers.
Job Qualifications
The Analyst position is open to final-year undergraduate and graduate students across the globe from any field of study or discipline, as well as young professionals. Analysts are typically top-ranked graduates from prestigious colleges and universities. Candidates should possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; a strong academic background; and excellent critical thinking, writing, research, teamwork and communication skills.
Analysts are highly motivated and intellectually curious individuals who display a broad range of academic and extracurricular interests. Interest in exploring financial markets and pursuing a career in law is welcomed but not necessary. Analysts come from a range of disciplines including STEM, finance, social sciences and liberal arts. Additional language skills that can be used in a business setting — Arabic, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish — are not required but strongly encouraged.
Recruiting Process & Timeline
Kobre & Kim typically recruits full-time Analyst cohorts in the fall (September – November) and Summer Analyst Intern cohorts beginning in early February. Both full-time Analyst and Analyst Intern cohorts primarily start in mid-June and go through two weeks of extensive training. A smaller cohort of Analysts may also join the firm in January.
We conduct on-campus interviews (OCIs) at select universities within the United States, and we also accept applications from talented individuals across the globe from all schools and backgrounds. Please click here to see some of the schools we commonly receive applications from. We also encourage applicants from U.S. universities to refer to their careers platform to view job postings and information if we are hosting OCI at your university.
If you would like to set up an informational chat with a current Analyst to ask questions about the firm & the role, feel free to visit our People page here. Please note informational calls are limited to one per candidate and should take place prior to submitting your application.
Our process for both full-time and intern hires generally follows these steps:
1. First-Round Interview
Strong applicants will be invited to submit a video interview through Spark Hire. You will be posed with behavioral questions in order to learn more about your candidacy and interest in the program.
2. Second-Round Interview (“Superday”)
Superdays consist of two interviews with Analyst(s) and/or program coordinator(s). The first interview is behavioral in nature, while the second is analytical, focusing on one of your writing samples. For certain offices, you may also interview with attorneys based in that location.
3. Third-Round Interview (“Management”)
This final interview is with a Manager of the Analyst Program. If applicable, advanced language proficiency is assessed verbally and in writing.
In some of our smaller offices, we occasionally have additional interviews such as with Partners based in the office location. Please note that all interviews are conducted virtually unless otherwise specified.
2025 Analyst Program Openings
For applicants interested in the Analyst and Litigation Assistant positions, please be advised that we only accept applications for either the Analyst or Litigation Assistant position. Please only submit one application and do not submit applications for both positions.
Full-Time Analyst Position Openings
Applications for the full-time Analyst position open on August 26, 2024 for January and June 2025 start dates. Applications should be submitted here.
January 2025 openings (no longer accepting applications): We are currently recruiting for our San Francisco, Dubai, and Shanghai offices with an anticipated start date of January 27, 2025.
June 2025 openings (no longer accepting applications): We are currently recruiting for our New York, Miami, San Francisco, Washington DC, Dubai, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Tel Aviv offices with an anticipated start date of June 16, 2025.
Candidates interested in these locations noted above or others not listed are encouraged to apply and indicate their preferred office(s) in their application. Final hiring locations may vary based on business needs. Work authorization is required for employment in the hired office location. Optional Practical Training (OPT) is accepted for U.S. offices.
On Campus Interviews (OCI): If you are applying through your U.S. university’s OCI program, please refer to your university career platform for specific details about how to apply and the application deadline. Please be sure to apply through your careers portal and our portal.
All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis upon submission until available openings are filled or a deadline is specified on this page. Applicants selected to interview will be informed directly. All applicants will be provided a status update once available but urgent inquiries including competing offer deadlines should be communicated in advance to recruiting@kobrekim.com.
Any inquiries related to office openings, requests for informational interviews prior to application submission, or more generally the Analyst position should be directed to recruiting@kobrekim.com and a resume/CV should be included in your initial email.
Email recruiting@kobrekim.com with any questions.
The Summer Analyst Internship Program
Applications will open in early February 2025 for the 2025 Summer Analyst Internship Program and details will be available on this web page. Undergraduate students going into their final year of college are eligible to apply and recent college graduates may also apply.
The Analyst Program internship is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to the legal industry and hands-on experience in the dynamic fields of complex civil and criminal financial litigation. Summer Analyst Interns will work on case teams and closely collaborate with the firm’s lawyers, Analysts and Litigation Assistants while contributing to various substantive and administrative assignments. Summer Analyst Interns may also support the firm’s internal departments, such as knowledge management and global business development, to drive the firm’s practice and product innovation forward.
General duties may include, but are not limited to, document review and analysis, open-source research, factual and financial analysis, note-taking for external meetings or court appearances, preparation of court papers, compiling documents for attorney and client review, and organizing electronic case files. All duties are conducted under lawyer supervision.
By the conclusion of the internship, Summer Analyst Interns should have a strong command of the practical and logistical foundations involved with legal work. Summer Analyst Interns will also have the option of being considered for the full-time Analyst position for the following summer or potential more immediate openings.
Alumni of the Analyst Program
Our alumni contribute to the firm’s rich history and tradition, and we strive to maintain active relationships with our global alumni. Upon completion of the Analyst Program, more than half of our Analysts attend law school at world-renowned institutions, while a significant number go on to attend top business schools or seek other advanced degrees. Analyst Program alumni have also returned to our firm as associates. Our alumni are among the most talented and sought-after young professionals in the industry, and we aim for each individual experience at Kobre & Kim to translate into a lifetime of meaningful work.
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