Litigation Attorney

About the role

The Columbus office of BakerHostetler is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join its Litigation Group in a Chambers USA-ranked Transportation: Road (Automotive) practice. This is a unique opportunity to join an AmLaw 100 firm and work with a dedicated team of attorneys and paralegals supporting a major automotive industry client. The Litigation Attorney will handle a large volume consumer-based docket. Candidates with prior high volume commercial litigation experience, experience handling matters within the motor vehicle industry, or experience reviewing and valuing insurance claims would be well positioned for this role. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement based in our Columbus office and is well suited for an attorney who has demonstrated strong academic and professional achievement and is interested in pursuing a non-partnership-track career with a collaborative, forward-thinking law firm. The team handles sophisticated matters while offering a predictable schedule, reduced annual billing requirement, and no business development expectation. Litigation Attorneys also have access to professional development and training programs, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for continued professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Handle a large volume consumer-based docket
• Provide guidance to junior staff and paralegals (team management)

Qualifications

• J.D. and active admission to the Ohio or Pennsylvania Bar
• Prior commercial litigation experience preferred
• Strong client-facing skills, including excellent written and verbal communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building abilities
• Proficiency in basic mathematics and experience reviewing purchase orders and other financial documents
• Team management experience and the ability to provide guidance to junior staff and paralegals
• Superior attention to detail, strong work ethic, and adaptability
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Strong organizational skills with an emphasis on efficiency and responsiveness

Skills

• Professional commitment and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in a collaborative team environment
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Clear and concise communication style (oral and written) with clients and team members

Benefits

• Sophisticated litigation work supporting one of the world's leading automotive companies
• Meaningful client exposure and hands-on responsibility from day one
• Reduced billing requirement, predictable schedule, and no business development expectations
• Resources, benefits, and professional development opportunities of an AmLaw 100 firm
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment where attorneys can build a rewarding long-term career on a non-partnership-track path

Schedule

Predictable schedule with reduced annual billing requirement and no business development expectations. Hybrid work arrangement based in the Columbus office.

Location

Columbus, Ohio