Thank You to Our 2025 Summer Associates!
Liam Gannon is a rising 2L at Seton Hall University School of Law, where he is a member of the Irish-American Law Student Association, Corporate Law Society, and the Real Estate Law Society. Additionally, he serves on the Executive Boards of Seton Hall’s Rodino Society and St. Thomas More Society.
What made you want to pursue law as a career?
I have always been drawn to the legal profession because of how it values the ability to apply normative legal concepts to everyday situations. During my first year of law school and this summer at Walsh, I appreciated opportunities to write about complex factual situations through the lens of nuanced case law.
What was your favorite part about working at Walsh?
This summer, I really appreciated the number of attorneys in Walsh’s office here in Newark, who have a variety of specializations, but all possess a passion for the work that they do. Following my first year of law school, it was interesting to witness the complexity of civil procedure in action. The attorneys I worked with demystified the pre-trial stage by providing guidance on assessment of evidence and preparation for depositions. Since I have not yet taken courses in substantive fields related to my work this summer, I was very grateful for my supervising attorneys’ candid introductions to each matter and the applicable law.
What are you looking forward to next semester?
This fall, I’m excited to dive into substantive courses including Constitutional Law and Business Associations. I am also looking forward to taking leadership roles with the Rodino Society and the St. Thomas More Society at Seton Hall. Following this hands-on litigation experience this summer at Walsh, I am eager to complete a judicial internship in the coming year.
Matthew Lista is a rising 3L student at Fordham University School of Law, where he is recognized as a Paul Fuller Scholar and serves as the editor of the Cooper-Walsh Colloquium for the Urban Law Journal. He is also on the executive board for the Brendan Moore Trial Advocacy Program and a member of the International Refugee Assistance Project at Fordham.
What made you want to pursue law as a career?
I was interested in some kind of legal career for as long as I can remember. I enjoy helping people solve their complex legal issues while being a zealous advocate on their behalf.
What was your favorite part about working at Walsh?
The people! Everyone in the office is so nice and truly great to work with. As a summer, I particularly appreciated the office culture. Aside from everyone being kind and friendly, the attorneys also made time to chat if I had any questions about what I was working on. Additionally, I really loved the level of trust that everyone had in our ability to do real work and actually refine our skills.
What are you looking forward to next semester?
I am really excited about my fall semester. I am taking some interesting classes that I am looking forward to. Additionally, as the Cooper-Walsh Colloquium editor for Fordham’s Urban Law Journal, I am hosting that event this fall and am excited to host such a wonderful group of individuals for what will surely be an interesting academic discussion.
Cayla Teehan is a rising 4L in the Seton Hall University School of Law weekend program. She has earned Certificates of Excellence in Contracts and Torts and serves as a Senior Editor of the Seton Hall Law Review.
What made you want to pursue law as a career?
I wanted to go to law school after college but wasn’t sure exactly why, so I started working to figure things out before attending school. After working in HR for a few years and working with outside counsel, I realized I wanted to be on the other side of things.
What was your favorite part about working at Walsh?
My favorite part of working at Walsh was being exposed to different areas of the law and working with talented people. In addition to working on a variety of assignments, I had the opportunity to observe multiple depositions and oral arguments both in person and virtually.
What are you looking forward to upon graduating?
Upon graduation, I look forward to clerking in the Appellate Division in New Jersey. I am excited to expand on my research and writing skills.
Applications for our 2026 Walsh Summer Associate Program in our Newark, New Jersey office are currently being accepted. Interested candidates may send a cover letter, resume, writing sample and a copy of your law school transcript to [email protected].