Litigation Associate

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking a motivated and team-oriented Associate Attorney to join its Litigation group in Dayton. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with at least two years of litigation experience to further their career in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong research, writing, and analytical skills, along with a solid foundation in litigation practices. Judicial clerkship experience is preferred but not required.

Location:

• Dayton, Ohio

Duties:

• Draft pleadings, motions, and dispositive motions.
• Assist in managing complex discovery in large cases.
• Participate in depositions and court appearances.
• Conduct legal research and provide comprehensive analysis.
• Communicate effectively with clients and other team members.
• Provide legal strategy and counsel in litigation matters.
• Support senior attorneys in case preparation and litigation proceedings.
• Contribute to case management and strategy discussions.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of litigation experience.
• Strong academic and professional credentials.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Judicial clerkship experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters and work as part of a team.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Must be licensed to practice law in Ohio (active and in good standing).

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Knowledge of litigation procedures and strategies.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and client interaction abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on producing high-quality work.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

This Vault-ranked firm has a client-first mindset, where attorneys are rewarded based on their listening and understanding their clients' goals, thinking creatively and aggressively to advance those goals, and obtaining the clients' ultimate success. Attorneys at this firm partner with members of the firm's affiliated businesses to provide comprehensive service to clients. These partnerships allow clients to access business consulting across a variety of disciplines. The attorneys truly work as one team to help their clients succeed. This modern, progressive firm boasts a highly respectful, transparent workplace culture, which fosters creativity, teamwork, inclusion, diversity, and service to clients and communities. This firm emphasizes significant investment in the communities where their attorneys live and practice. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.