Careers
It is an exciting time at Durst Kerridge Khatskin. Since the beginning of 2023, we have moved into custom-designed office space on the 19th floor of the Center at 600 Vine; added considerable talent to the firm; opened a Chicago office; and honed our focus on commercial and complex civil litigation.
If you are an attorney looking to join a dynamic and growing team, contact Alex Durst. We are currently seeking a litigation associate with employment or commercial litigation experience as well as Summer Associates for summer 2024.
Our Space | Summer Associate Program | Purpose, Values & Principles
Our Space
Summer Associate Program
Durst’s Summer Associate Program is designed to introduce law students to our practice, our clients and the experience of being a trial attorney. The program provides professional mentorship and valuable law firm experience, including direct client contact; the ability to attend depositions, trials, oral arguments, mediations and arbitrations; legal research and writing assignments on par with work done by first-year associates; and networking opportunities with members of the legal profession.
Past summer associates have enjoyed working on the interesting cases Durst handles and have described their experience as being instrumental in both their professional development and career trajectory. Some became associates at Durst upon graduation from law school. Others went on to be hired by some of the largest law firms in the United States.
Interested applicants should apply through Simplicity/12twenty or by submitting their resume, cover letter, law school transcript and writing samples via email.
Our Purpose, Values & Principles
Taken together, our purpose, values and principles are central to the character of Durst Kerridge Khatskin.
Our purpose unifies us in a common cause to win clients’ cases. Our values shape the tone of how we interact with clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, Judges, and others in the legal community. And our principles articulate our unique approach to handling cases.
Our Purpose –
We will provide outstanding representation to our clients and be the best possible local and co-counsel for out-of-state attorneys.
Our Values –
Embracing our professional obligations. We provide zealous advocacy while maintaining uncompromising ethics in all interactions with colleagues, clients, and the courts.
Leadership. We are deeply committed to leadership in the Cincinnati legal community. Our lawyers serve in formal leadership roles in which they collaborate with Judges, attorneys, law schools, and legal aid organizations; present continuing legal education (CLE) programs; and mentor young attorneys and law students.
Passion for Winning. We have a compelling desire to be the best at what we do and are personally invested in obtaining the best possible result in each case.
Our Principles –
Mastery. We believe it is the responsibility of all of our professionals to continually develop themselves.
Innovation. By constantly reflecting, we continually hone our approach to litigation and client service.
Client Focus. We recognize the importance of developing a superior understanding of our clients and their needs. We visit personal injury clients at their homes to gain insight into how the injury has impacted their lives. With business clients, we go above and beyond to understand their businesses and unique legal needs.
