Job Description
AV-rated General Civil Litigation Firm with emphasis on personal injury, consumer remedies, employment law, and insurance defense seeks bright, energetic, self-motivated associate with 3-6 years experience. Excellent research and writing skills a must. Please provide a writing sample with your resume. SUMMARY: Provide high quality and cost-effective legal representation. Demonstrate exceptional knowledge and expertise in all phases of litigation and trial, and provide superior service to the client as part of a legal team. Responsible for aggressive handling of high exposure cases and complex litigation matters.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Actively try cases to jury verdict demonstrating exceptional use of trial skills in litigating cases; Independently handle complex litigation and large exposure cases from case inception through trial/resolution; Demonstrate exceptional legal research and writing skills; Draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other legal documents; Proactively identify and communicate exposure and risk in a timely manner to clients; Build and foster internal and external client relationships with a customer centric focus; Take a leadership role in working to achieve results and identify/resolve issues; Provide in-depth, substantive analysis and quality reporting to clients in a timely manner; Fully and effectively utilize available technology and automation; Adhere to all standards of excellence in file organization and management; Timely complete all required administrative tasks including time reporting, case closings, and other reporting; Travel as required to meet business needs.
EDUCATION/COURSE OF STUDY: Graduation from an accredited law school with a strong academic record
WORK EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 3-6 years of litigation practice or equivalent legal experience Proven track record of trial skills and techniques
CERTIFICATES/DEGREES: Successful completion of the bar and ethics examinations in the state(s) in which representation is required Active license to practice law
COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Exceptional and articulate presentation skills Strong and persuasive oral advocacy and writing skills Ability to clearly and effectively articulate position Ability to be a team player and foster positive working relationships in the office
COMPUTER SKILLS: Ability to effectively understand and utilize technology and automation resources, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Products, Timeslips and other law office management programs.
OTHER: Appreciation for and commitment to delivery of the highest quality legal work Demonstrate exceptional legal acumen Demonstrate strong technical knowledge in the practice area(s) and the ability to comprehend, assimilate and communicate complex information Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the law, bench, bar, local jurisdictional practices and the litigation process Exhibit exceptional lawyering and trial advocacy skills Demonstrate high level of awareness and dedication to business initiatives and goals Demonstrate personal commitment to professional development Exhibit the highest level of professionalism and ethical conduct Critical and strategic thinker Sound decision-maker and problem solver Exceptional negotiation skills Ability to multi-task with tolerance and success Demonstrate a sense of urgency and responsiveness in all legal tasks Demonstrate the highest level of commitment to customer service
Salary negotiable and competitive based on skill factors Employer contribution to employee health and dental plans
