What characteristics does Holland & Knight look for in a law student?
Holland & Knight looks for similar traits in candidates whether we are hiring experienced lawyers, law students or judicial clerks. Holland & Knight seeks students of substance from diverse backgrounds with superior academics, leadership skills, involvement in extracurricular activities and demonstrated commitment to their communities. We look for candidates who have the desire and ethical foundation to be significant lawyers in the firm, in the profession and in the community. We have been very successful in hiring students who meet these criteria and, as a result, our firm as a whole reflects these characteristics.
