Law firm summer associate programs compete for the same talent. A quality branded hoodie in the welcome kit signals, before the associate has done a single day of work, that the firm invests in its people. Summer associate and intern apparel starts at $19.88 base with no minimum at Bear Grips Pro Shops. Order individual kits for each associate in their own size, shipped to the firm office.
Law firm summer associate programs are a high-stakes audition on both sides. The welcome kit is often the first tangible signal a summer associate receives about the firm's culture and investment in its people.
A quality branded hoodie communicates investment. A cheap branded tee communicates indifference. The difference in per-unit cost between these signals is $15-$25. Given that top law firms invest tens of thousands of dollars in summer programs, the apparel portion of the welcome kit is one of the highest-ROI moments in the entire program.
Summer associates who receive quality branded gear also wear it regularly, putting the firm name in front of their law school peer network for the rest of the summer and into fall. A well-regarded firm name on a premium hoodie worn around a top law school campus is visible recruiting at no additional cost.
The best welcome kit apparel by tier:
| Tier | Product | VIP Base | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Bear Grips Airlume Cotton Tee | $19.88 | Quality cotton, good print. Step above a basic tee but not a premium gift. |
| Mid | Bear Grips Comfort Soft Hoodie | $36.88 | The workhorse welcome kit item. Wearable daily. Firm name on a cozy hoodie is kept and worn. |
| Premium | Champion Performance Hoodie | $45.88 | Champion brand recognition adds perceived value. Right for BigLaw or culture-forward firms. |
| Top Tier | Champion Crewneck Sweatshirt | $41.88 | Classic crewneck. Pairs well with the hoodie for a two-piece welcome set. |
Most firms find the mid-tier hoodie ($36-$45 base) is the right balance. High enough quality to be worn and kept without executive gifting cost. See law firm branded apparel overview for the full catalog.
Bear Grips Pro Shops: Custom Apparel for Your Team. No Minimums. Free Shipping.A practical approach to the branded apparel component of a summer associate welcome kit:
Law clerks and pre-law interns benefit from the same branded apparel approach. A clerk who receives a firm tee in their first week feels part of the team. For law clerk programs, a branded tee ($19.88 base) is the practical and proportionate choice. It acknowledges the person without the investment level appropriate for a summer associate being evaluated for a full-time offer.
For undergraduate or pre-law interns, a firm-branded tee worn at a networking event or law school info session is advertising the intern does for free because they are proud to be associated with the firm. To manage the full intern and associate apparel program from one account, see how to set up a law firm merch program.
Premium branded hoodies, tees, and polos. No minimum. Order individual kits per associate. Free shipping.
Start FreeA premium hoodie (Champion or Bear Grips Comfort Soft) is the standard. It is wearable daily, kept long-term, and puts the firm name in regular circulation among law school peers. A branded tee is a good secondary item for casual wear or firm events.
Order at least 10-12 days before the program start date. Size collection should happen at the offer letter stage so orders can be placed immediately once the summer class is confirmed.
Yes. Bear Grips Pro Shops has no minimum. Each associate's kit is ordered individually in their specified size. All orders ship to the firm office within about one week.
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