Associate Attorney Defense Litigation

A law firm seeks a motivated Associate Attorney with 2-7 years of experience in defense litigation to join its team. This role involves managing a diverse caseload, including personal injury, premises liability, and workers’ compensation matters while contributing to a collaborative and client-focused legal practice.

Duties

• Manage and handle a variety of defense litigation cases, including personal injury, premises liability, and workers’ compensation.
• Conduct legal research, draft motions, and prepare pleadings for litigation.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop strategic legal approaches.
• Maintain thorough documentation and case records, ensuring compliance with firm and legal standards.

Requirements

• 2-7+ years of experience in defense litigation.
• Experience handling personal injury, premises liability, and workers’ compensation cases is preferred.
• Strong ability to manage and prioritize multiple cases effectively.
• Excellent advocacy and negotiation skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the state bar where the position is located (required).

Skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment while working independently.

Since 1987, this firm has grown to 12 offices across the Midwest. Focusing on delivering value to the clients, the attorneys represent through early case assessments, tailored strategies, risk transfer, and handling any matter through early dismissal, targeted motion practice, timely dispute resolution, or trial. The firm has been recognized as a Top 10-rated insurance defense firm by Martindale-Hubbell.