Hybrid - Litigation Associate

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters, including pleadings, motions, and ongoing case strategy.
• Draft, review, and file complaints, answers, motions, briefs, and other court documents with precision and adherence to procedural rules.
• Conduct factual and legal research to support pleadings, motions, and trial strategy; prepare memoranda and legal analyses.
• Cookordination and management of docketing, deadlines, and case calendars to ensure timely filings and compliance with court requirements.
• Lead and supervise discovery processes, including document review, production, interrogatories, and requests for admission.
• Prepare for and take depositions; prepare witnesses for testimony and develop examination strategies.
• Participate in motion practice including drafting and arguing motions and oppositions, and preparing supporting exhibits and declarations.
• Assist with trial preparation, including evidence organization, exhibit lists, witness preparation, jury instructions, and trial notebooks.
• Engage in settlement discussions and negotiations, prepare settlement proposals, and support mediation or alternative dispute resolution forums.
• Communicate regularly with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel; maintain accurate case files and status reports.
• Collaborate with partners and support staff to coordinate litigation strategy, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Utilize litigation technology and case management systems to streamline document review, e-filing, and docketing tasks.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to the state bar (or ability to become admitted).
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience preferred; mid-level candidates with strong litigation credentials will be considered.
• Proven experience in motion practice, drafting pleadings, and managing court filings in state and federal courts.
• Demonstrated skills in case management, docketing, and calendaring with strong attention to deadlines and procedural detail.
• Experience conducting and defending depositions and preparing witnesses for testimony.
• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills, with the ability to produce persuasive briefs and client-facing communications.
• Familiarity with document review platforms and litigation support tools; comfort with e-filing systems and case management software.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience participating in settlement discussions or mediations.
• Organized, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities and a substantial caseload independently and as part of a team.
• High ethical standards, client-service orientation, and ability to maintain confidentiality and professional judgment.