Law Clerk Program
2026 Summer Law Clerks and Interns
Current law clerks and interns
- Bailey Cooper, Externship, DePaul University College of Law, 3L
- Sean Cunnane, University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, 2L
- Abby Lambert, Chicago-Kent College of Law, 3L
- Ally Lesher, DePaul University College of Law, 1L
- Carleigh Lewaniak, Chicago-Kent College of Law, 3L
- Bella Marino, Loyola University Chicago School of Law, 2L
- Madeline McLaughlin, Loyola University Chicago School of Law, 3L
- Aidan McMahon, Loyola University Chicago School of Law, 2L
- Nikolina Nava, Loyola University Chicago School of Law, 2L
- Nick Navarro, Intern
- Madelyn Ottenweller, Law Clerk & RB Legal Fellow
- Emma Renken, Chicago-Kent College of Law, 3L
- Ariana Romanucci, HR Intern
About the Romanucci & Blandin Law Clerk Program
Romanucci & Blandin’s Law Clerk Program is a results-driven legal skills development program that gives law students practical experience and opportunities to learn from experienced attorneys and staff. Romanucci & Blandin’s Law Clerk Program draws students from across the country and is offered year-round or as a summer-only program.
R&B law clerks are assigned within a practice area group of the firm to work side-by-side with the partner, attorneys and paralegals in that group. In their clerk role, they learn the steps necessary to build a case from start to finish, preparing it for success in litigation and at trial.
The R&B Law Clerk Program provides clerks with the opportunity to participate in and work on the various aspects of the cases within the firm. For instance, law clerks may research and help draft complaints. They may review discovery, draft written discovery requests or respond to discovery requests. Building on that experience, many clerks will have the opportunity to prepare their assigned attorney for a deposition and to attend it. As cases progress, law clerks may assist with research and drafting of motions and responses to motions, as well as with trial preparation.
A key focus of the R&B Law Clerk Program is to ensure that all law clerks are actively working to help the firm advance its efforts to fight for justice for clients.
In addition to working on cases, law clerks participate in trainings and programs that ensure they understand the life of a case and the litigation process. In the past, clerks have participated in a series of Coffee Talks, learning each week from attorneys and other firm leaders about different aspects of the litigation process. They have also participated in a Law Clerk boot camp led by the firm’s paralegals, which covered additional aspects of case life and the practical side of practice beyond drafting and courtroom appearances.
In addition to the work, law clerks attend select firm events and other fun networking and social events, making the experience both educational, practical and exciting.
Clerks will leave R&B with a better understanding of the practice and a sense of accomplishment, knowing they have been part of a team fighting for justice for those harmed with serious injuries or damages. They will make a real difference.
If you are interested in applying to R&B’s Law Clerk Program, submit a resume, writing sample and transcript (if available) to Managing Attorney Debra L. Thomas at careers@rblaw.net. We will begin accepting resumes for Summer 2027 Law Clerk positions in November.
2025 Summer Law Clerks and Interns enjoy an outing.
