Associate Attorney needed for Little Rock office

Job Overview:

A civil litigation defense law firm in Little Rock, AR, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its team. This position involves handling a variety of commercial litigation and insurance defense cases, including personal injury, medical malpractice, nursing home, and professional liability matters. Candidates must have a valid Arkansas law license or anticipate Bar results in 2025.

Location:

• Little Rock, Arkansas

Duties:

• Interpret and analyze case law, rules, and regulations.

• Develop litigation strategies and provide legal counsel to clients.

• Prepare legal documents, briefs, and pleadings.

• Conduct client and witness interviews.

• Conduct depositions and discovery processes.

• Represent clients in court hearings and trials.

Requirements:

• Must have a valid Arkansas law license or anticipate Bar results in 2025.

• Strong analytical and research skills.

• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.

• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Arkansas (or awaiting 2025 Bar results).

Skills:

• Strong legal writing and research capabilities.

• Ability to develop case strategies and assess legal risks.

• Litigation experience in insurance defense is a plus.

• Strong interpersonal skills for client interactions and negotiations.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Full-time position with professional development opportunities.

This defense litigation law firm provides legal representation to insurers, professionals, and businesses. Its primary practice areas include medical malpractice defense, nursing home defense, legal malpractice defense, insurance coverage matters, toxic tort defense, architect and engineer defense, and mediation. The firm has been awarded the highest rating for professional and ethical excellence by Martindale-Hubbell. The firm's office is located in Little Rock, Arkansas.