Why Danna McKitrick?

  • “I was attracted to the way the firm is run and the absence of the 'command and control environment' present in large firms. Danna McKitrick provides me with a platform to accomplish what I feel, as a lawyer, is important: the critical mass to offer clients a broad range of services and a sophisticated, experienced team of attorneys to deliver them. This combination serves clients effectively.”
    Rich Huck, veteran litigator & mediator, joined the firm in 2009
  • “After interviewing with a number of firms, I chose Danna McKitrick upon meeting the attorneys and experiencing the open door culture. Instead of a formal mentoring program, you can walk into any colleague's office, whether an associate or a principal and get the support you need including the ability to tap into years of experience beyond your practice areas. I also value the fact that I can refer a matter to any colleague within the firm with complete confidence that the matter will be done well.”
    Jenn Doering, associate, promoted from law clerk in 2008
  • “Given a well-thought-out plan, the firm has never balked at supporting development of a practice area, sending an attorney to a CLE, or marketing a person’s experience. Danna McKitrick is a huge proponent of marketing. A six-eight year associate on a partner track at a larger firm or even other mid-sized firms, doesn't generally bring in much business of their own. Here, we are given the opportunity and the backing to market our practice.
    Patrick Murphy, Big 4 CPA firm alum, past partner of a private law practice, joined the firm in 2006

 

Culture

You are more than just an attorney. Of course YOU knew that. But do the other firms you’ve interviewed or worked with?

Welcome to a firm that not only understands, but also values, that you have a personal life along with your career. In fact, we know it is essential in order for you to be a well-rounded, satisfied, and effective professional.

As an attorney at our firm, balance is achieved through trust that you will complete your work and effectively manage and meet the expectations of those who have assigned it to you. Specifically, you’ll notice that our work policies and hours accommodate the demands of life today. We also respect and welcome the diversity encompassed by each of our team members.

An environment of collegiality, cooperation, and recognition promotes job satisfaction. Growth opportunities occur through the offering of a wide range of experiences. Learning happens because Danna McKitrick’s principals are completely accessible and are great about delegating interesting work. Associates are entrusted with direct client responsibility and, with training, support and encouragement, take part in marketing and recruiting efforts.

Women have been principals of Danna McKitrick for over twenty years and our female principals routinely serve on the firm’s executive committee. Ruth Binger, Cheryl Beebe-Snell, and Barbara Maille (retired) have served on the committee. Ruth also received a Lawyer's Lawyer Award for being such a great mentor and role model, both within the firm and beyond it.

Creating and maintaining an environment where our people are happy is a huge priority. First, hiring talented, good-hearted people is essential. And helps us attract more of the same. Then, inspiring people to stay is key. We do this through continuous learning opportunities, associate incentives, and encouraging an open culture.

Good benefits don’t hurt. Our benefit package is competitive: health/dental, long- and short-term disability, profit sharing 401(k) plan, and paid parking.

We frequently celebrate our team members' accomplishments and build team spirit with staff appreciation days, parties, and other rewards for the excellent contributions people make both inside and outside of the firm.

In addition to this, Danna McKitrick offers a new, modern workplace, state-of-the art equipment and technology, and is simply a terrific place to grow your legal career.

Contact us today —we look forward to meeting you.