Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney for their Anchorage, AK, office.

Job Overview:

The Litigation Associate Attorney will support the firm's litigation practice, including drafting motions, conducting depositions, trial preparation, and providing exceptional client service. The ideal candidate should possess a Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree from an ABA-accredited law school and have at least 3+ years of litigation experience.

Duties:

• Drafting and arguing motions
• Taking and defending depositions
• Trial preparation
• Conducting legal research
• Providing legal analysis and strategy
• Maintaining communication with clients and other parties involved in cases
• Collaborating with partners and other team members on case strategy
• Assisting with all aspects of case management

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• 3+ years of litigation experience
• Experience in general business litigation or complex commercial litigation
• Excellent academic credentials
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ownership of projects
• Willingness to work hard in a team-oriented setting, with significant independence
• Strong client service ethics
• Alaska State Bar admission or eligibility for reciprocity is highly preferred

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• Alaska State Bar admission or eligibility for reciprocity is highly preferred

Skills:

• Litigation experience
• Legal research and writing
• Communication skills
• Case management
• Trial preparation
• Client service ethics

Representing a wide range of businesses, with offices in California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and California, this is one of the largest firms, specializing in bankruptcy, business and corporate, employment, environment, intellectual property, Native American law, real estate, privacy and data security, tax and estate planning, dispute resolution, and litigation. The firm has an environment where everybody is enthusiastic and team-oriented. Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the firm recruits, retains, and promotes diverse talents in the firm and the communities. Believing in giving back, the attorneys provide substantial legal assistance to help more than 100 pro bono clients per year and support a low-income housing legal clinic in Seattle. The firm offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including medical, dental, life, 401(k) or profit-sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.