Associate Attorney – Business & Finance Services

Overview

Stites & Harbison, PLLC
, a full-service law firm with 12 offices in eight states, is seeking an associate attorney to join our Business & Finance Service Group in the firm’s Louisville, Kentucky office. This role is ideal for a new graduate or junior attorney (0–3 years of experience) interested in working closely with experienced attorneys on sophisticated corporate and transactional matters.

Stites & Harbison represents a broad spectrum of clients, including multinational corporations, financial institutions, private companies, nonprofit organizations, family-owned businesses, employee-owned businesses, and individuals. Tracing its origins to 1832, the firm is one of the oldest law practices in the nation. Stites & Harbison is proud to be recognized as one of the Top 10 “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” for 2025 in the medium company category.

The associate will receive direct mentorship and hands-on experience working with clients. The position will involve a range of corporate and transactional work, including mergers and acquisitions, general corporate and financing transactions, employee benefits work, and advising clients on complex matters across industries. The associate will have the support of specialists and staff across the firm to foster continued development.

• J.D. from an accredited law school (or anticipated in 2026)
• 0–3 years of experience (corporate, finance, or other transactional experience a plus, but not required)
• Kentucky Bar admission or ability to become admitted
• Excellent writing, research, analytical, and communication skills
• Attention to detail, strong work ethic, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Direct mentorship from members with robust transactional and corporate practices
• Exposure to a variety of sophisticated deals and meaningful client work
• Collaborative environment with opportunities for long-term growth

We offer a competitive starting salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include a stipend to help offset bar exam-related expenses, an allowance for moving costs, and participation in both 401(k) and HR-10 retirement plans. We also offer flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care expenses, a variety of medical and dental insurance plans, group life insurance, and long-term disability coverage.

Additional benefits include access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), domestic partner benefits, bar association membership, and various continuing legal education (CLE) programs.

Stites & Harbison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or regional origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

To be considered, please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcripts, and a writing sample to Tracey Moore at

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