Holland & Knight LLP

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Holland & Knight hires from a variety of schools across the country and seeks academically successful, entrepreneurial, and enthusiastic candidates who will fit its culture. Associates are encouraged to participate in the firm’s practice interviews and networking events at local law schools. The firm’s culture is described as diligent but casual and composed of hardworking, supportive, and noncompetitive colleagues. Some associates get together outside work, the firm sponsors social events, and various groups attend regularly scheduled lunches. Partners show appreciation for associates and, along with senior-level associates, willingly serve as mentors. Associates’ responsibilities differ depending on the matter, with more responsibility and client contact on smaller matters and more partner oversight on larger projects. The firm has a billable requirement of 2,000 hours, including allowances for job shadowing, training, and up to 100 hours of pro bono work. Associates must work from the office three days per week. Associates in larger metro areas earn market salaries and bonuses, and those in smaller metro areas earn slightly less but still top pay for their region. Promotion is realistic; associates are more likely to become income partners before transitioning to equity partners. Perks include free counseling, childcare support, a mortgage loan program, discounts with specific car dealerships, parental leave, and the ability to work across offices.