Meet Our 2024 Summer Associates
We look forward to our summer associates joining our C|Y family each year. Throughout the summer, we give them a glimpse into the learning, mentorship, collaboration and fun we share in and out of the office. We asked some of them why they chose Cokinos | Young. Here’s what they told us…
“After my interview, I knew that Cokinos | Young was full of the type of people I wanted to work with. I could tell my interviewers loved their work, had energy and excitement for Cokinos | Young, and genuinely cared about their peers and clients.” Jake Walsh | Baylor University School of Law
“I had such a positive experience interning at Cokinos and Young last year that my decision to return after my second year of law school was an easy one. Cokinos | Young is not only a nationally recognized Construction law firm, but it is also a great work environment for young lawyers to learn and develop the skills needed to become successful litigators. I am grateful and excited for another opportunity to learn from attorneys with years of experience practicing Construction and Employment Law and to spend another summer at Cokinos | Young!” Abby Cheek | Texas Tech School of Law
“I chose Cokinos | Young for my Summer Associate program because of the unique opportunity it offers to immediately immerse myself in litigation experience and make meaningful contributions to the firm’s work. I’m excited by the prospect of working alongside experienced mentors across a wide range of practice areas, gaining valuable insights and honing my skills. Additionally, the people I’ve met from Cokinos | Young have been incredibly welcoming and easy to talk to, fostering a culture of collaboration and mentorship that I find truly inspiring.” Luca Azzariti Crousillat | University of Texas Law
“My interest in the field of construction law initially led me to explore the opportunities that Cokinos | Young had to offer. Once I was able to meet some members of the team, I was immediately impressed with the company culture. It was clear to me that the environment was one where I would have the ability to expand my knowledge of the legal world and gain invaluable real-world experience. At the same time, I felt that it was an environment that would encourage personal growth and cultivate a strong network.” Christine Tschirhart | St. Mary’s University School of Law
“I wanted to spend my summer at a firm where I could work on meaningful assignments and where I could participate at all levels in the litigation process. I also was very impressed with every attorney that I talked with throughout the interview process.” David Griffiths | BYU Law School
“I chose Cokinos because of their stellar reputation as construction litigators. I wanted to venture into the field of construction law because my interest peaked at an early age from watching my dad build his construction business from the ground up.” Fernanda Izquierdo Valdes | St. Mary’s University School of Law
“I chose Cokinos | Young because of the work culture and the people who create such an amazing work environment. Everyone genuinely enjoys working with each other and from what I have seen, people view themselves as friends first and co-workers second. This is a culture I know I can thrive in since I will be pushed to work hard but there will always be someone who can answer my questions.” Tuscan Savarino | University of Houston Law Center
“I am eager to work at Cokinos & Young because of the firm’s esteemed reputation in Construction law, its commitment to excellence, and its dynamic approach to litigation. My passion for litigation was ignited during my time in undergraduate mock trial, where I was introduced to the basics of the field. I believe that Cokinos provides an unparalleled opportunity to deepen my knowledge and hone my skills in this area. I am confident that my proactive attitude, combined with my ability to work collaboratively, aligns well with the standards at the firm. I am eager to contribute my strong work ethic and enthusiasm to support the Cokinos & young team. I am confident that the hands-on experience I will gain from Cokinos & Young will be invaluable as I pursue my legal career. I am excited about bringing my passion for litigation to Cokinos & Young and learning from the distinguished professionals who work there.” Molly Margraves | Texas A&M School of Law 2025
“I initially pursued a civil engineering degree in my undergraduate studies because I was passionate about bringing projects to life. However, I soon realized that math and science were not my true calling. Nonetheless, in a different capacity, Cokinos | Young plays a vital role in bringing various construction projects to life through its legal expertise. That’s why I chose Cokinos | Young for my summer associate program; their work aligns with my passion for contributing to impactful projects!” Stefanos Eugenis | Regent University
“I grew an interest in Construction Law and Labor and Employment during my first year of law school and I knew Cokinos | Young’s Summer Associate program would allow me to dive into both practice areas with the guidance of seasoned attorneys.” Alexis Acevedo | South Texas College of Law
“As soon as I stepped into my interview, I could sense the comradery that existed in the firm and knew I wanted to be a part of that.” Garrett Carroll | South Texas College of Law
About Cokinos | Young
Cokinos | Young has led Texas construction and real estate law for over three decades. And today, our 100+ dedicated professionals operate coast to coast and proudly handle all aspects of construction law for owner/developers, project managers, general contractors, design professionals, subcontractors, sureties, and lenders. We provide both dispute resolution and transactional services to clients through all phases of commercial, industrial, pipeline, offshore, civil, and residential construction. Our reputation was built on relentless commitment to client service and the industries we serve, and that remains our primary driver. Dedicated. Resilient. Expertise. That’s Cokinos | Young. Learn more at cokinoslaw.com.