Associate Attorney needed for Phoenix office

Job Overview: A distinguished law firm specializing in health care litigation is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney with expertise in health care litigation. This role is hybrid, based in Phoenix, Arizona, and requires at least five years of litigation experience. The position entails managing complex cases in a fast-paced environment, handling various legal proceedings, and contributing to trial activities.

Location:

• Phoenix, AZ

Duties:

• Manage litigation cases in a fast-paced environment, particularly within the health care sector.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft legal pleadings, including Answers, discovery requests, and motions.
• Plan, conduct, and analyze depositions, including those of expert witnesses.
• Analyze and summarize discovery documents and deposition transcripts.
• Participate in witness interviews and trial preparation.
• Represent clients during court hearings, oral arguments, and trials.
• Prepare motions in limine, assist with witness preparation, and manage direct and cross-examinations.
• Travel as needed for depositions, court hearings, and client meetings both within Arizona and out of state.
• Collaborate with supervising attorneys to complete case-related tasks.
• Manage deadlines, due dates, and follow up on pending matters proactively.
• Respond professionally to client inquiries, emails, and phone calls.
• Ensure timely and accurate entry of billable time in the firm's billing software.

Requirements:

• 5 years of litigation experience, ideally within the health care sector.
• Strong legal research, writing, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Experience with case strategy, legal drafting, and courtroom presentations.
• Willingness to travel for depositions and court hearings as required.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active Arizona Bar license is required.

Skills:

• Proficiency in word-processing software and legal research tools.
• Ability to independently manage case tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Hybrid work model with flexibility.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

This firm has offices located in Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona. This firm focuses on litigation, health care law, business transactions, real estate transactions, and commercial matters. This firm has been practicing for over 15 years and was founded by experienced lawyers with a shared commitment and passion to clients in need of legal advice. This firm is set apart from other firms because of their creative, collaborative, solution-oriented approach to law. This firm's practice areas include appeals, business, corporate, and commercial matters, aviation law, construction law, employment and civil rights law, healthcare law, litigation and trial practice, and native American law.