Civil Litigation Attorney

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a docket of employment litigation matters from filing through resolution
• Develop and execute a case strategy
• Take and defend depositions
• Lead discovery planning and motion practice
• Prepare for and attend mediations
• Prepare cases for trial
• Maintain consistent case momentum and forward progress
• Collaborate with staff to ensure operational efficiency
• Provide clear, practical legal advice to clients throughout representation

Qualifications

• Licensed in West Virginia
• 5–10+ years of civil litigation experience
• Plaintiff-side employment litigation experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing cases from start to finish
• Significant deposition experience required
• Experience with plaintiff-focused trial advocacy training (e.g., Keenan Trial Institute or similar) strongly preferred
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Able to exercise independent judgment in complex matters

Pay

$120,000 - $200,000/year

About Klie Law Offices, PLLC

Klie Law Offices, PLLC, is a growing litigation firm dedicated to guiding clients through challenging times with honest and efficient service. We focus on family law, employment law, and personal injury, serving clients across West Virginia with offices in Buckhannon, Parkersburg, Clarksburg, Morgantown, and Canton, OH. Our commitment is to provide high-quality, ethical, and legal services and prioritize client satisfaction.