Mid-Level Business Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Scottsdale, AZ, is seeking a Mid-Level Business Litigation Associate Attorney with 3+ years of recent business litigation experience. The successful candidate will be licensed to practice in Arizona and will possess strong writing skills, excellent academic credentials, and experience in managing cases independently. This role involves handling complex commercial cases, preparing pre-trial motions, and supporting lead attorneys in various litigation stages.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review fact patterns and provide accurate analysis and recommendations.
• Effectively analyze legal issues and develop case strategies.
• Serve as second chair for complex cases or first chair for simpler cases.
• Assist lead trial attorneys with pre-trial issues, including case evaluation and witness preparation.
• Prepare and draft complex pre-trial motions and motions for summary judgment.
• Independently manage small to moderately complex commercial cases with minimal supervision.
• Prepare and take depositions, including complex testimony.
• Handle all aspects of case management, including organizing and maintaining case files.
• Demonstrate breadth of experience in various substantive areas of business law.
• Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and other legal professionals.
• Adapt to new legal topics and case developments as needed.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree with excellent academic credentials.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in Arizona.
• 3+ years of recent business litigation experience from a law firm.
• Familiarity with federal and state court procedural rules and practices.
• Experience with preparing basic litigation documents and managing cases.
• Strong drafting, research, and analytical skills.
• Effective negotiation skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Strong organizational and matter management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Arizona State Bar and in good standing.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting and preparing litigation documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective case management and organizational abilities.
• Expertise in pre-trial motions and deposition preparation.
• Ability to handle complex litigation matters and adapt to evolving legal issues.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Capability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines under pressure.

Job Location:

• Scottsdale, AZ

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of recent business litigation experience from a law firm.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive salary
• Various types of bonuses
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k) plan
• Full benefits package

For eight decades, this full-service business law firm has been representing financial institutions, corporations, and business entities regionally, nationally, and internationally. Valuing each client relationship, the firm understands that client's success is the firm's success. The firm uses cutting-edge technology to deliver the best service and results in a timely manner for clients. The lawyers are accessible, resourceful, skillful, and adapt easily to change. They are also active members of the communities in which they live and work and sit on the boards of prominent organizations, and teach and lecture frequently. The firm's diversity of attorneys and staff provides clients with a greater array of creative talent and alternative thinking, benefiting all. The firm provides a platform for all to pursue success and to take pride in providing the highest quality of legal services for clients. The firm hires talented professionals who share a collaborative spirit and innovative approach to practicing law. The firm is consistently ranked among the leading law firms by Chambers and Partners, Best Lawyers, The Daily Journal, and the Los Angeles Business Journal. It is also ranked among the leading firms nationally by American Legal Media and the National Law Journal.