As our summer at Bilzin Sumberg comes to a close, we reflect on a program filled with engaging assignments, daily lunches, and exciting practice group events that offered both valuable learning opportunities and lasting memories. We’ve learned not only about the law, but about the people and culture that make Bilzin Sumberg such a special
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Each year, Bilzin Sumberg arranges for its summer associates to attend a breakfast with judges from the Southern District of Florida. In honor of that tradition, Bilzin’s summers travel a few blocks down Brickell Ave, sit with associates summering at firms all across Miami, and enjoy a continental breakfast before receiving advice from the judges.
The Insider’s Scoop: Tips on Navigating Your Summer at Bilzin Sumberg
As the 2025 Bilzin Sumberg Summer Associate Program comes to a close, it’s a great time to share some practical advice for next year’s class. The summer flies by quickly, and knowing a few key tips can make all the difference in making the most of your experience. Here’s a guide based on what the…
Blink and You’ll Miss It: How a Summer at Bilzin Sumberg Flew By
When I first heard that the summer associate program would “fly by,” I smiled politely but inwardly assumed that was just something people say. Now, with the summer winding down, I can confirm—it really does fly. Part of this I attribute to having the opportunity to work on fascinating projects with associates and partners of…
Creativity Beyond the Courtroom: Exploring the Miami Design District

This week, the 2025 Summer Associate Class visited one of Miami’s most iconic neighborhoods: the Design District. The Miami Design District is an internationally recognized hub of art, design, architecture, and—of course—luxury retail. It also happens to be a long-standing Bilzin Sumberg client.
During our visit, we learned about the history of the Design District…
Full Circle and Full Plates: Cooking with Bilzin Sumberg’s Finest

This week, the 2025 Summer Associate class enjoyed an evening that combined delicious food with career inspiration. Bilzin Sumberg hosted us at Two Chefs for a cooking class and family-style dinner, joined by attorneys who, like us, began their journeys as summer associates at Bilzin Sumberg.
We were struck by how many of these…
Dolphins Day

I was in a great mood during the forty minute bus ride from Brickell to Miami Gardens. We had just finished our birthday celebration for Ashton where I devoured multiple Bundtinis from Nothing Bundt Cakes (no calories on Ashton’s birthday!), and I had been receiving incredible date night recommendations throughout the entirety of the ride.
Back in Business: A Summer Associate’s Return to the Real World
After spending seven years in the working world before heading to law school, I wasn’t sure what it would feel like to press pause on a full-time career and dive into textbooks and cold calls. As rewarding (and intense) as my 1L year was, by the time May rolled around, I was more than ready…
Suits to Sous-Chefs: Cooking Up Collaboration with the Corporate Department

This week, the summer associates and the corporate department joined forces in the kitchen for a mystery cooking challenge that turned out to be one of the most creative (and delicious) team building exercises I have ever participated in.
We met at the prestigious Miami Culinary Institute, where we were welcomed with refreshments and…
Welcome Reception: Wine and Cheese-ing

After three intensive days of summer associate orientation, Bilzin Sumberg treated us to our first firm event ¬– the Welcome Reception. It was the perfect event to kick off the summer, as it gave us the opportunity to meet and make personal connections with the seasoned attorneys that we will be working with over the…