Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm seeks a motivated Litigation Associate Attorney to join its litigation team in New Albany, IN, with hybrid work opportunities. The firm focuses on insurance defense, medical malpractice defense, trucking defense, construction defense, and civil litigation. The ideal candidate will have a strong aptitude for legal research and writing, coupled with a diligent work ethic. This is a full-time role offering a collaborative work environment and a commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Duties:

• Handle litigation matters, focusing on insurance defense, medical malpractice, trucking defense, construction defense, and civil litigation.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Assist with trial preparation, including discovery, deposition, and case strategy development.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and other legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to ensure effective case management and client representation.
• Meet billable-hour goals while adhering to billing guidelines within the insurance industry.
• Maintain organized case files and provide regular case updates to clients.

Requirements:

• 1-5 years of relevant litigation experience preferred, particularly in insurance defense or related fields.
• Licensed to practice law in Indiana and/or Kentucky (dual licensure preferred).
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with billing guidelines for the insurance industry is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active Indiana Bar admission is required; Kentucky Bar admission is preferred.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research, writing, and drafting pleadings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with medical terminology is desirable but not required.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account (HSA).
• Life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Retirement plan.

This full-time position provides an exciting opportunity for a litigation attorney to work on a variety of complex cases within a supportive, team-oriented environment. Ideal for candidates seeking to grow their litigation expertise while maintaining a work-life balance.

This full-service law firm provides legal representation to individual and business clients in Southern Indiana and the Greater Louisville area. The firm's key practice areas include estate planning, business law and transactions, employment and labor law, health care law, business and commercial litigation, insurance coverage and litigation, medical malpractice litigation, and real estate litigation. The firm's office is located in New Albany, Indiana.