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Product, Tort & Insurance Litigation Associate

Louisville, KY · On-site

$160 - $175/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Louisville, Kentucky office of FBT Gibbonsis seeking a Product, Tort & Insurance Litigation Associate. FBT Gibbons LLP is a national, full-service law firm formed through the combination of Frost ...

Public Partnerships LLC

$180 - $215/hr

## Associate General Counsel, EmploymentApplyremote type: Remotelocations: US Remotetime type: Full ... Litigation & Dispute Resolution*** Manage and resolve pre-litigation employment demands ...

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Morgan & Morgan, P.A.

Litigation Assistant

Owensboro, KY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Litigation Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day ... Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is ...

Orion Placement

Energy Associate Attorney

Lexington, KY · Hybrid

$160K - $195K/yr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work on high-profile administrative, regulatory, and civil litigation impacting the evolving energy industry. * Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule with three days in the office and two days working ...

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.

Litigation Paralegal

Louisville, KY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Associate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience (preferred) * 2+ years of litigation experience (required) * Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred)

Talis Group, Inc.

Corporate Paralegal

Eastwood, KY · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred. * Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred. * Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience in corporate law, business litigation, or ...

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company

$138 - $243/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.Preferred candidates will bring substantial litigation and ...

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Don K. Brown PSC, Attorneys at Law

Attorney

Anchorage, KY · On-site

$57K - $70K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Duties: - Litigate on behalf of clients in civil cases - Conduct legal research - Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, and briefs - Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients - Provide ...

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

Legal Assistant

Hebron, KY · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Zwicker & Associates P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm that emphasizes ethics, compliance ... Zwicker is presently seeking a Litigation Assistant to join our team and provide legal ...

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

Legal Assistant

Hebron, KY · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Zwicker & Associates P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm that emphasizes ethics, compliance ... Zwicker is presently seeking a Litigation Assistant to join our team and provide legal ...

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

Collection Manager

Hebron, KY

$60K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Zwicker & Associates P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm that emphasizes ethics, compliance ... We are seeking a candidate with exemplary leadership, communication, organizational, and litigation ...

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

Collection Manager

Hebron, KY · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Zwicker & Associates P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm that emphasizes ethics, compliance ... We are seeking a candidate with exemplary leadership, communication, organizational, and litigation ...

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

Collection Manager

Hebron, KY · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Zwicker & Associates P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm that emphasizes ethics, compliance ... We are seeking a candidate with exemplary leadership, communication, organizational, and litigation ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate litigator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Litigator, you need a Juris Doctor degree, bar admission, strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Familiarity with legal research platforms like Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as case management software, is typically required. Outstanding communication, attention to detail, and resilience under pressure help set top performers apart. These skills and qualities are vital for building persuasive cases, meeting tight deadlines, and effectively representing clients in court.

What is an associate litigator?

Associate litigators are early-career attorneys who work in the litigation department of a law firm, typically under the supervision of more senior lawyers or partners. Their primary responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, assisting in the discovery process, preparing for trials, and sometimes representing clients in court under guidance. Associate litigators gain hands-on experience in various aspects of dispute resolution and courtroom procedures, often specializing in particular areas of law such as commercial, civil, or criminal litigation. They play a key role in supporting the legal team and ensuring thorough case preparation.

What is the difference between Associate Litigator vs Paralegal?

AspectAssociate LitigatorParalegal
Required CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), Bar AdmissionAssociate's degree or paralegal certificate
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, courts, corporate legal departmentsLaw firms, legal departments, courts
Job ResponsibilitiesLegal research, drafting pleadings, court appearancesLegal research, document preparation, case organization

Associate Litigators are licensed attorneys responsible for representing clients in court and handling complex legal tasks. Paralegals support attorneys with research and administrative duties but are not licensed to practice law. While both roles work closely in legal settings, Associate Litigators have more advanced responsibilities and require legal licensure.

What are some typical challenges associate litigators face when managing multiple cases simultaneously?

Associate Litigators often juggle several cases at different stages, which requires strong organizational and time management skills. Balancing court deadlines, discovery obligations, and client communications can be demanding, especially when unexpected developments arise. Collaboration with senior attorneys and support staff is crucial to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and to maintain high-quality work across all cases. Learning to prioritize and delegate effectively helps mitigate stress and supports professional growth in a busy litigation environment.

What cities in Kentucky are hiring for Associate Litigator jobs?

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Litigation Paralegal

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.

Louisville, KY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Morgan & Morgan rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 49 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 34 rated law firms

Job description

Summary

This role will work closely with a lead attorney and legal assistant. This position comes with competitive pay and a generous bonus plan. Successful candidates will be responsible for areas including but not limited to the following.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, legal memoranda
  • E-file all court documents in state and federal court
  • Communications with clients, court, counsel, and others
  • Conduct legal research and factual investigation
  • Prepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responses
  • Draft and server summons
  • Coordinate and summarize depositions
  • Prepare trial binders and exhibits
  • Drafting pleadings, motions and appellate documents and filing them with the court
  • Performing administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics)
  • Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
  • Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
  • Aid attorney with interrogatories and other discovery requests
  • Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
  • Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
  • Witness preparation
  • Assisting with case settlements
  • Other tasks as requested by the attorney

Qualification

  • Associate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience (preferred)
  • 2+ years of litigation experience (required)
  • Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred)
  • Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury related practice areas (preferred)
  • Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficient in calendaring depositions, mediations, and hearings
  • Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices, etc
  • Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Extensive computer and database expertise; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 35 wpm

This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team

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