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Summers in Our Cities Interesting Work, Engaging People, Enjoyable Events

New York Summer Associates (left to Houston Summer Associates and Washington, D.C., Summer Associate right) Dan Curtin, Serine Consolino, others from the Houston office Robert Vega enjoys sailing with this Caitlin Plummer and Juvaria Khan provided community service for year’s Summer Associate class. in front of the New York Stock Habitat for Humanity. Exchange. (Back row, left to right) Partner Greg Ulmer, Blake Hotzel (fiancé of Associate Morgan Tarlton), Partner Doug D’Arche, Summer Associate Thomas Donaho, Associate Chris James, Summer Associate Bryan Acklin. (Front row, left to right) Associate Ameena Ashfaq, Summer Associate Jordan Sinclair, Associate Morgan Tarlton and Recruiting Coordinator Liz Turney. Summer Associates come to Baker Hostetler to learn about the Firm and to get a sense of what it would be like to practice law here. We want our Summer Associates to be challenged by their work, enjoy their interaction with our lawyers and clients, and to be confident that they made the right decision in beginning their legal careers with us.

We also recognize that it is equally important to listen and learn from our Summer Associates, who are an indispensable source of new and different insights into the Firm.

We asked our Summer Associates across the country to tell us about their experiences. So here, in their own words, is an inside look at life at Baker Hostetler.

See page 8-9 for additional event photos.

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Cleveland Like any other 2L, I researched firms until my eyes hurt. I knew I wanted to be near family and I had designs on high-level work as early in my career as possible. I also knew enough of myself to realize I performed best in collegial and—dare I say it?—heart-felt environments. Baker advertised all of the above. But I found even better reasons once I arrived. I’ve always tried to tow the line between a productive and nourishing life. And as I’m sure any professional knows, the balance is terribly delicate, but the attorneys here appear to have struck it precisely. While my days are industrious, because I can also rest from work each phase is delightful. I’ve never felt quite so invigorated and—now that I’ve experienced it—I’d rather be here than anywhere else. The work is equally energizing. I’ve had many opportunities to col- laborate with high-level partners on challenging projects, and that, of course, is invaluable, no matter the subject matter. A summer Summer Associate Adam Brown (center associate and I spent a number of days at trial, tracking the de- right) with Summer Associates (clockwise) velopment of a federal corruption case. We observed testimony, Meera Patel, Nicole Brown, Darren Crook, cross-examination and closing arguments. It was a hint of the Emmett Robinson, Tim Neal and Stan Ball. grit of courtroom practice—its complexity, emotion, (tedium) and brilliance. Afterward we were responsible for helping our team- mates process the decision’s implications for our client. Challenging, for sure, but altogether rewarding. If you want to enjoy your work, I can’t imagine a better choice. Marvelously humane and uncompromisingly skillful. That surely is the highest compliment I know. —Adam R. Brown, Cleveland Summer Associate, Harvard University

Columbus Coming into my summer at Baker I had high expec- tations—I was not disappointed. The work assigned to summer associates is interesting, challenging and meaningful. Every couple of days I tackled a new issue or dove into a new area of law. More impor- tantly, the people at Baker are first-class. Associates and partners alike are always willing to answer questions, give direction or just discuss their practices. Other firms may have good summer programs, but Baker’s is the best by far. It’s truly Summer Associate Jeremy Hart (second from left) with difficult to imagine a better summer associate (left to right) Office Managing Partner Dan Gunsett, experience than the one I had this summer at Baker. Jeremy’s wife Erica Hart, with baby Ella, Cassia —Jeremiah L. Hart, Columbus Summer Associate, Townsend, Summer Associate Thad Townsend’s wife, The Ohio State University Thad Townsend, Summer Associate Josh Cepluch, friend of the Firm Caitlin Kirgis and Partner Tom Long. (continued on page 4)

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Leah Watson of Harvard Law is First Recipient of Baker Hostetler Diversity Fellowship

Leah Watson, a Harvard Law School student and summer associate in Baker Hostetler’s Washington, D.C., office, is the first person to receive the Firm’s recently established Diversity Fellowship. Her academic performance and significant personal achievements, along with her strong community involvement, make Leah the ideal Diversity Fellowship recipient. While at Harvard Law, where she is a candidate for her J.D. in 2011, Leah has served as Outreach Director of the Tenant Advocacy Project, Orientation Chair of the Black Law Stu- dents Association and External Vice-President of the Black Law Students Association. Prior to en- tering Harvard Law, she earned her B.A., magna cum laude, from Vanderbilt University, where she was active in the Andrew Jackson Boys and Girls Clubs, the Undergraduate Honor Council and the First Amendment Center. Leah has always been interested in and involved with education and civil rights. She has worked Summer Associates (left to right) Leah Watson; Emily with the Education Pioneers in Boston, the Behl; Ellen Wong; Washington, D.C., Hiring Partner Breakthrough Program and Teach for America in Ambassador Tom McDonald; Summer Associates Sally Atlanta, and the Center for Investigative Report- Qin and Robert Vega. ing in Washington, D.C. In addition to her academic, civic and professional accomplishments, Leah was a finalist for MTV’s “Miss Seventeen” and was voted runner up Miss Tennessee, U.S.A. If somehow she does find time to relax, she enjoys reading, films and travel. Working at Baker has been an amazing experience. I had the opportunity to go to Capitol Hill during my first week and have worked on significant projects that are relevant to current events. The work is substantively intriguing in an environment where everyone is open and welcoming. —Leah M. Watson, Washington, D.C., Summer Associate and Diversity Fellow, Harvard University

About the Baker Hostetler Diversity Fellowship Program Baker Hostetler actively recruits qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to foster an inclusive workplace. As part of this long-standing commitment to diversity and attracting top candidates with diverse backgrounds, the Firm has established the Baker Hostetler Diversity Fellowship Program. Open to any second-year law student, successful applicants to the program will receive up to a $25,000 award as well as a position in the Baker Hostetler 2011 summer associate program. The amount of $10,000 will be paid within the first 30 days of starting in a summer associate position with the Firm and the remaining $15,000 is contingent upon receiving and accepting a full-time offer with the Firm, to be paid within 30 days of joining the Firm as a full-time associate. For more information, please visit www.bakerlaw.com/diversityfellowshipprogram.

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Houston The prospects of working and learning directly from nationally recognized attorneys was an opportunity that I could not turn down. Baker Hostetler was able to offer the resources and knowledge of a national firm, while maintaining a comfortable and intimate work environment.

Although many of my projects focused on litigation, I have additionally received projects in the areas of Healthcare, Employment and Labor and Oil and Gas. I was also fortunate enough to attend a client meeting and to sit in on a telephone deposition. The breadth of legal areas has made my time with Baker Hostetler especially rewarding.

The harmony of significant legal work, amicable social interaction and the extensive practice areas distinguishes Baker Hostetler as an exemplary place Summer Associate and 2010 Paul D. White Scholar to grow as an aspiring attorney. Bryan Acklin (top left) with (clockwise) Summer Associates Thomas Donaho, Jordan Sinclair and —Bryan V. Acklin, Houston Summer Associate and Brittany Sakowitz. 2010 Paul D. White Scholar, University of Texas

Denver Returning for a second summer with Baker Hostetler, all of my expectations have once again been exceeded. I continue to have the opportunity to do meaningful, “real” work that is substantive and hands-on. I have drafted agreements, filed motions with the court, coordinated closing documents for an asset purchase agreement and attended client meetings. Baker is very unique in that as a prestigious national firm it offers the opportunity to do challenging work and to get a lot of practical experi- ence, but at the same time maintains a small firm culture where partners’ doors are always open and associates are more than happy to give feedback and advice. Baker is truly committed to developing young attorneys and I could not be happier with my experience here. Summer Associate Stephanie Wong (right) with (left —Stephanie Wong, Denver Summer Associate and to right) Summer Associate and 2010 Paul D. White 2009 Paul D. White Scholar, University of Denver Scholar Natalie Gray; Partners Laurin Quiat and (continued on page 6) Rebecca Alexander.

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An Interview with Irving Picard, Madoff Trustee A profile of New York Partner Irving Picard was featured as the cover story for the July/August 2010 edition of FRAUD Magazine. Picard was profiled for his role as the court-appointed trustee under SIPA in the liquidation of Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities LLC, as he “tries to balance the needs of investors and creditors as he unravels the fallout from the largest-ever Ponzi scheme.” According to the article: “Irving H. Picard might have one of the tougher jobs in America. He not only has to liquidate Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securi- ties LLC (BLMIS), he has to find and collect the assets of Madoff’s estate, dole much of it out to creditors, and deal with angry—and sometimes desolate—in- vestors who want their shares. Picard has to decide who will get paid and how much. He needs a mixture of wisdom, resoluteness, and compassion. The full interview can be read at http://www.bakerlaw.com/Picard_Balancing_Act. My goal is to collect as much as possible. It is difficult to fix a specific dollar amount at this time because many individuals received fictitious profits which, as trustee, I can seek to recover. However, I recognize that many of those people are elderly, have financial, medical and/or other hardships, or other issues that may affect collectability and thus must be taken into account. —Irving Picard

Paul D. White Scholarship Firm Receives Diversity Award The Baker Hostetler Paul D. White Scholarship from Eaton Corp. Program (PWS) was established in 1997 to demonstrate our commitment to incorporate Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corpora- diversity within our workforce and business tion recently honored Baker Hostetler for its strong strategies by providing law students with valuable commitment to diversity as part of the Eaton Law experience early in their careers. Department’s supplier recognition program. Eaton is a long-term client of the Firm and is served by In tribute to Paul D. White, the Firm’s first minor- several offices. Los Angeles Office Managing ity partner and a pioneer for minorities in the legal Partner John Cermak, who has done significant profession, a scholarship for minority law students work for Eaton, submitted the successful applica- was instituted. Mr. White was respected not only for tion for this award. Baker Hostetler was one of his professional abilities and accomplishments, but only two firms chosen to receive Eaton’s Supplier for his integrity and the leadership role he assumed Diversity Excellence Award from among a select in the Cleveland, Ohio, community. group of firms. Baker will be recognized at a special event in Cleveland in September. Awarded annually to law students of Black or African-American, Hispanic or Latino, Native Baker Hostetler has been outstanding in working Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Asian, American with Eaton towards its diversity goals, according Indian or Alaska Native descent, the scholarship to Mark M. McGuire, Executive Vice President and includes a paid summer clerkship and a $7,500 General Counsel, Eaton Corporation. “Additionally, cash award. The firm has expended nearly they embody the spirit of diversity in the legal $2 million in scholarships and clerkships for community,” McGuire added. minority law students since the program’s inception.

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New York During OCI I interviewed at a lot of different firms. While most of them seemed more or less the same, the people at Baker really stood out to me. It was refreshing to meet such accom- plished people who were still so down to earth. What particularly caught my attention was the diversity in the office—not just racial and ethnic diversity but a diversity of backgrounds in work experience, which gives the office a unique fla- vor. I felt like a summer at Baker would allow me to be surrounded with people who are positive work role models. —Juvaria Khan, New York Summer Associate, Columbia University Summer Associate Juvaria Khan (right) with (left to right) Summer Associates Serine Consolino, Caitlin Plummer and Dan Curtin.

Los Angeles I couldn’t have asked for a better summer experience. Even though Baker Hostetler is a large firm, I’ve felt like part of a close-knit team from the very first day. I have had the opportunity to work with a large group of attorneys on a variety of assignments, from drafting legal documents to researching finer points of law. I’ve been to court, traveled with partners on client visits and participated in some of the charity work that Baker so strongly believes in. My work has been in a variety of different legal fields, including employment, environmental, tort and intellectual property law. Every single Baker attorney that I have worked with, from Los Angeles to New York, has given me specific feedback on my work and practical feedback on how to be a suc- cessful attorney. Not only that, but everyone has made an effort to get to know me on a personal level too. The social events that Baker planned for me, always well-attended by partners and associates alike, provided me with the perfect opportunity to get to know my co-workers and feel comfortable working with them on a first-name basis. Each day, my confidence in my own abili- ties as an attorney, and my faith in Baker as a world-class law firm, has grown. I am truly grateful for the amazing experience that Baker has provided me with this summer.

Summer Associate Jessica Wade (center) with Associates Karen —Jessica J. Wade, Los Angeles Summer Associate, Law (left) and Dawn Kennedy. University of California - Los Angeles

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Washington, D.C. I’ve been very impressed by how substantive our projects have been. We’ve all been assigned thought-provoking projects of significant impor- tance to clients. I also appreciate the friendly, cooperative culture in this office—partners and associates alike have welcomed us and have seemed genuinely interested in our thoughts and opinions on the work assigned to us. —Emily Behl, Washington, D.C., Summer Associate, University of Virginia

Cincinnati Summer Associate Emily Behl (second from left) with I was afforded the unique opportunity to work as a Summer Associates (left to right) Sally Qin, Robert Vega, law clerk for one of Baker’s clients, Scripps Net- Leah Watson and Ellen Wong with Partner Betty Southard Murphy, former Chairman of the National Labor Relations works Interactive, prior to my summer at Baker Board (NLRB) and Administrator, Wage & Hour Division, Hostetler. Because of this, I heard great things U.S. Department of Labor, at the National Press Club. about Baker—its national reputation, talented attorneys and growing Cincinnati office. During the interview process, I was thrilled to see an office in Cin- cinnati that was actively recruiting new talent and expanding despite the economy. It’s exciting be a part of an office that is busy with work and continues to grow and develop. Over the course of the summer, I have done many research projects ranging from labor and employ- ment issues to IP issues. Additionally, I participated in reviewing a preliminary offering and a corporate agreement, and was able to do a research project directly for one of our clients. The highlight of my summer so far was observing one of our associates in a jury trial and watching the jury verdict being read that she successfully defended the client on all claims! Baker has been a very congenial place to work. Associates and partners alike have been extremely welcoming and have included me in a variety of projects. I feel encouraged and supported and have enjoyed the opportunity to work with such Summer Associate Jennifer Downing (right) with Summer talented attorneys and staff. Work Experience in Law program student Jourdan Custard (left) and Summer Associate and 2010 Paul D. White —Jennifer M. Downing, Cincinnati Summer Associate, Scholar Lourdes Perrino. University of Cincinnati

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Orlando I knew that I wanted to enjoy the great lifestyle that Orlando has to offer, but I also wanted a high-level, comprehensive practice. Baker’s Orlando office is the best of both worlds: a prestigious, national practice in the heart of Central Florida. I liked the exposure to a wide range of practice areas and the practical nature of the assign- ments. The work I did wasn’t simply filed away in a drawer somewhere and never seen again; it often led to follow-up research or drafting of motions or responses. The attorneys I worked with kept me informed about where the mat- Summer Associates (left to right) Joe Fore, Peggah ters were going and gave me an idea of exactly Sadeghzadeh and Salomon Laguerre. where my work factored into the “big picture.” From my first interactions with the Orlando office, everyone has had a friendly and collaborative attitude. I remember having the impression that the office really functioned as a team. Being here this summer, I feel like I’ve been welcomed in as a part of that team. Folks here work hard, but they are always willing to answer a question or lend a hand when needed. —Joe L. Fore, Jr., Orlando Summer Associate, University of Virginia

Summers in Our Cities—Enjoyable Events

Cleveland Summer Associates (left to right) Stan Ball and Adam Brown with Orlando Summer Associates (top to Associate Lisa Ghannoum at the United States Court House. bottom) Joe Fore, Salomon Laguerre and Peggah Sadeghzadeh zip-line through the trees.

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Los Angeles Summer Associate Jessica Wade (bottom right) has fun at an ABBA concert at the Hollywood Bowl with (left to right) friend of the Firm Rod Albuyeh, Associate Dawn Kennedy and Partners New York Summer Associates (left to right) Dan Curtin, Serine Margaret Rosenthal and Sonja Inglin. Consolino and Caitlin Plummer at Cooking By the Book.

Cincinnati Summer Associate Jennifer Downing (left) with SWELL student (center) Jourdan Custard and Summer Associate and 2010 Paul D. White Scholar Lourdes Perrino at a Cincinnati Reds Game. Houston Summer Associate and 2010 Paul D. White Scholar Bryan Acklin (left) with Partner Doug D’Arche (center) and Summer Associate Brittany Sakowitz (right).

Cleveland Summer Associates (left to right) Meera Patel and Stan Ball enjoy a game of bowling. Washington, D.C., Summer Associates (left to right) Leah Watson, Sally Qin, Robert Vega, Emily Behl, Associate Jennifer Walrath, Summer Associate Ellen Wong and Associate Annette Kwok volunteer at Foods & Friends, which prepares, packages and delivers meals and groceries to more than 1,400 people living with life-challenging illnesses throughout Washington, D.C., and surrounding states.

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2010 On-Campus Interview Schedule

This fall, Baker Hostetler is interviewing on a campus near you! We recruit at some of the country’s leading law schools. Following is the schedule of campus visits by our attorneys who will be interviewing Summer Associate candidates.

Dates are subject to change. Please confirm interview schedules at www.bakerlaw.com. All our offices will be represented at the following schools:

SCHOOL DATE Columbia University August 11 Duke University August 19 Harvard University August 26 New York University August 23 Northwestern University August 17 Stanford University September 1 University of California, Berkeley September 1 University of Chicago September 2 University of Michigan August 24 University of Pennsylvania August 26 University of Texas August 23 University of Virginia August 24 Yale University August 16

Select offices will also be visiting the following schools and job fairs:

SCHOOL DATE Capital University September 10 Case Western Reserve University August 19 Cleveland State University August 27 Cook County Minority Job Fair August 13 Florida State University August 17 Fordham University August 23 Georgetown University August 26 Rocky Mountain Legal Diversity Career Fair September 17 Southwestern Law School (CA) August 16 The Ohio State University August 13 University of California, Los Angeles August 10 University of Cincinnati August 24 University of Colorado August 24 University of Denver August 31 University of Florida August 19 University of Houston August 16 University of Kentucky August 16 University of Minnesota September 10 University of Notre Dame August 25 and September 3 University of Southern California August 12 Vanderbilt University August 18 and 27

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Practice Strengths and Industry Groups

Baker Hostetler lawyers help clients establish, maintain and protect market-leading positions across the United States and around the world. We offer clients the strength of more than 650 lawyers in a full range of practices, a unique geographic platform including both coasts and the center of the country, a deep knowledge of industry issues, and more than a 90-year track record of excellence and achievement.

Business International Trade Bankruptcy, Restructuring and Creditors’ Rights Customs and Export Controls Corporate Governance International Trade and Immigration Debt Finance Distressed Real Estate Legislative and Regulatory International Transactions Government Policy Mergers and Acquisitions Regulatory Proceedings Private Equity and Venture Capital Project Development and Finance Litigation Real Estate Antitrust and Trade Regulation Securities Offerings and Reporting Appellate Trade Regulation and Antitrust Class Action Defense Distribution and Franchise Commercial Construction Employee Benefits Distribution and Franchise Benefits Plans Emergency Response and Crisis Management Executive Compensation and 409A Compliance Employment Litigation Health and Welfare Plan Counsel Energy and Environmental Employment Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) International Litigation Class Actions Counseling and Compliance Maritime Labor Relations Noncompete and Trade Secrets Litigation Product Liability and Toxic Tort Noncompete and Trade Secrets Securities Litigation and Regulatory Enforcement Subprime Lending Energy Industry White Collar Defense and Corporate Investigations Global Practices Media Industry Canadian Practice German Practice Private Wealth International Government Relations Charitable Planning International IP Private Wealth Planning International Litigation Trusts and Estates International Tax International Trade Real Estate International Transactions Development and Land Use Strategic Outsourcing Distressed Real Estate Assets Green Business and Sustainability Hospitality Industry Real Estate Asset Program Health Care Reform Real Estate Finance Healthcare Industry Real Estate Transactions Hospitality Industry Sports and Entertainment Intellectual Property Tax Copyrights International Due Diligence Reportable Transactions International State and Local Litigation Tax Controversy and Litigation Patents Tax-Exempt Organizations and Charitable Giving Trade Secrets Transactional Tax Trademarks, Trade Dress and Domain Names Transactions

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National Firm, Unique Platform — The strength of more than 650 lawyers in a broad range of practices

— A unique “coast-to-coast” platform with offices in all four time zones

— Coordinated national and international practice groups

— Integrated industry teams with a real world understanding of their issues

— A record of excellence in providing superior client service

Baker Hostetler Recruiting Contacts

Office Hiring Partner Recruiting Coordinator Chicago Ronald S. Okada, 312.416.6210, [email protected] Autumn R. Coppejans, 312.416.6200, [email protected] Cincinnati Ted T. Martin, 513.929.3416, [email protected] Kimberlee P. Nickolas, 513.929.3480, [email protected] Cleveland Ronald A. Stepanovic, 216.861.7397, [email protected] Kylie K. Wilhelmy, 216.861.7479, [email protected] Columbus Daniel J. Guttman, 614.462.4740, [email protected] Jeanie M. Fulton, 614.462.4703, [email protected] Denver Rebecca C. Alexander, 303.764.4062, [email protected] Maureen Herschberger, 303.764.4130, [email protected] Houston Sameer V. Mohan, 713.646.1309, [email protected] Elizabeth N. Turney, 713.276.1647, [email protected] Los Angeles Bruce R. Greene, 310.442.8834, [email protected] Paula F. Schwartz, 310.442.8858, [email protected] New York Ona T. Wang, 212.589.4254, [email protected] Catherine M. Curtis, 212.589.2847, [email protected] Orlando Alberto S. Bustamante III, 407.540.7900, [email protected] Kelly K. Searcy, 407.649.3929, [email protected] Washington, D.C. Tom McDonald, 202.861.1664, [email protected] Ettastine H. Williams, 202.861.1697, [email protected] Firmwide Ronald S. Okada, 312.416.6210, [email protected] Dee Driscole, 216.861.7092, [email protected] LEAP Baker Hostetler publishes LEAP to keep law students informed of the legal experience and associate programs (LEAP) across our Firm. If you would like to view past issues of LEAP, please visit www.leap2baker.com.

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