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Business Litigation Associate* –Nashville, Tenn. office

Stites & Harbison PLLC, a full-service law firm with 13 offices in eight states, is seeking a highly motivated Business Litigation Attorney to join our team in Nashville, TN.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice in Tennessee.
• 3–5 years of business litigation experience with a track record of successful outcomes.
• Expertise in complex business litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and strategic problem-solving skills.

• Manage a portfolio of complex business litigation matters.
• Develop and execute case strategies from inception through trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support cases.
• Represent clients in court, including arguing motions and conducting examinations.
• Collaborate with attorneys and litigation support staff on complex legal issues.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case developments and legal. guidance.
• Stay current with relevant legal and industry developments.

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

Litigation Associate* – Jeffersonville, Ind. office (on-site)

Stites & Harbison, PLLC, a full-service law firm with 11 offices in six states, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Litigation Attorney to join our team in Jeffersonville, IN. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in general civil litigation or litigation involving financial institutions.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing license to practice law in Indiana.
• 3- 5 years of experience in civil litigation, with a track record of successful outcomes.
• Expertise in managing a portfolio of complex litigation cases.
• Experience with all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Experience with legal research, writing, and analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to clients and team members.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make sound legal judgments.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines.

• Manage a portfolio of complex litigation cases.
• Develop and execute case strategy, including case evaluation, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Work with litigation support staff to prepare cases for trial.
• Represent clients in court, including arguing motions and conducting direct and cross-examinations.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and team members on complex legal issues.
• Communicate regularly with clients, keeping them informed of legal developments and advising them on legal risks and opportunities.
• Stay up to date with relevant legal developments and industry trends.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work product.

To be considered, please apply by submitting a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and law school, graduate, and undergraduate transcripts to Tracey Moore at [email protected].

Litigation Associate* – Louisville, Ky. office (on-site)

Stites & Harbison, PLLC, a full-service law firm with 12 offices in eight states, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Litigation Attorney to join our team in Louisville, Ky.. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in general civil litigation.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Must hold an active law license in good standing in Kentucky.
• 2- 5 years of experience in civil litigation, with a track record of successful outcomes.
• Expertise in managing a portfolio of complex litigation cases.
• Experience with all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Experience with legal research, writing, and analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to clients and team members.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make sound legal judgments.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines.

•  Manage a portfolio of complex litigation cases.
• Develop and execute case strategy, including case evaluation, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Work with litigation support staff to prepare cases for trial.
• Represent clients in court, including arguing motions, attending depositions, and conducting direct and cross-examinations at hearings and trials.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and team members on complex legal issues.
• Communicate regularly with clients, keeping them informed of legal developments and advising them on legal risks and opportunities.
• Stay up to date with relevant legal developments and industry trends.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work product.

To be considered, please apply by submitting a cover letter, resume, writing sample, as well as law school, graduate school  transcripts to Tracey Moore at [email protected].

*Stites & Harbison provides competitive starting salaries and benefits including a stipend to defray bar costs, an allowance for moving expenses, 401K, HR-10 retirement plan, flexible spending accounts for un-reimbursed medical expenses and dependent care, various medical and dental plans, group life insurance, long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), domestic partner benefits, bar association membership, and various CLE programs.

Stites & Harbison, PLLC is a dynamic and growing firm with 11 offices across six states and ranks in the Top 10 “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” for 2025 in the medium company category. The firm has made the list 19 times — 11 of those in the Top 10.

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.

Notice to Recruiters and Search Firms: Stites & Harbison will only accept submissions if a signed, current fee agreement is in place.

We are always looking to hire top talent in all of our service groups. If you are interested in applying for a position not posted above, please send your resume, cover letter, transcript, and a writing sample demonstrating legal analysis to:

Tracey Moore ([email protected])
Director of Recruiting
400 West Market Street, Suite 1800
Louisville, Kentucky 40202