Bond, Schoeneck & King is a full service law firm of 250 attorneys which opened in Syracuse, New York in 1897, when George H. Bond started practice. In 1913, after Mr. Bond and Edward Schoeneck welcomed Clarence King to the firm, “Bond, Schoeneck & King” became the unchanging name of the firm.
Today, Bond is a full-service corporate law firm counseling companies, individuals, not-for-profits and public sector entities in a wide spectrum of practice areas with offices across New York State as well as in Naples (FL), Kansas City and Boston.
Knowledgeable, professional and accessible are three words our clients have frequently used to describe us. These are also words that guide our recruiting efforts, attorney development and culture.
What We Look For
Bond, Schoeneck & King looks for candidates who have the potential to meet our standards for professional and practical experience and who welcome the opportunity for extensive responsibility and growth. We are particularly interested in second and third year law students with strong academic performance, analytical ability, writing skills, judgment, interpersonal skills and motivation. Intellectual curiosity and a desire
...to serve not only our clients but also the communities where we live are also important characteristics of Bond attorneys. Candidates for lateral positions should possess these qualities as well as a demonstrated ability in the practice area in which they are applying.
Associate Life & Experience
The culture at Bond, Schoeneck & King combines thorough professionalism with friendly camaraderie. Contact between Associates and Members, as well as between attorneys in different disciplines, is always encouraged. The firm recognizes that a client is best served by a counselor who has a full understanding of the client and the client's needs, rather than by a mere technician. The willingness of our attorneys to share their collective knowledge and experience enriches our work lives and adds significantly to the quality of our work product.
Bond Associates enjoy a broad range of opportunities beyond the firm’s 33 different practice areas and range of office locations. With an emphasis on exposure to real-world matters, associate practice experience is enhanced and expanded at a rate many times greater than many large firms. Associates can expect to meet with clients early-on and work alongside attorneys who are respected leaders in their practices. The purpose is to grow the firm, honoring our past and looking towards our future, by providing opportunities and training to engage Associates in meaningful ways as they build their practices within the firm.
Our attorneys strive not only to meet, but to exceed, our clients' expectations in a professional and timely fashion. No matter how large or how small, every work product bearing the name of Bond receives the same attention to detail and is held to the highest standards. Besides technology and resources, our attorneys are surrounded by an exceptional professional team who are truly committed to supporting the work of the firm. Without question, the firm's high-performance ideals enhance the professional pride and personal satisfaction of every attorney practicing with the firm.
Engaged attorneys are also active outside of the law firm and practice of law. Bond encourages membership in civic, legal, community, cultural and pro bono organizations. Bond celebrates attorneys’ accomplishments in all aspects of their lives.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Bond, we know a diverse team makes us stronger. It makes us better advocates for our clients. It creates a culture where innovation and excellence flourish. It aligns with our values: maintaining the highest standards of practice and ethics. To support this, we have created the Bond Women’s Initiative, the “Build Bonds” mentoring program and a Heritage Month celebration series. We are committed to growing our efforts that celebrate our differences and to recruiting top talent who will help drive our success. We know that an inclusive environment both honors our history and propels us to future achievements.
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