Attorney at Law

Description

Our law firm is looking for an attorney who is ready to represent our existing client base. The ideal candidate will work closely with the firm's clients, administrative staff, and senior partners. If you have the ability to handle a diverse caseload, have stellar research and writing skills, can communicate effectively, and use today's technology well, please start your application today!

Responsibilities

•Strong familiarity with federal and state rules of procedure
•Possess excellent writing skills; and be comfortable taking depositions
•Briefing and arguing dispositive and discovery motions, and preparing for and conducting examinations at trial
•Get the appropriate legal documents ready for clients, such as brief, motions, and pleadings, as well as correspondence
•Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs
•Manage administrative assistants, paralegals, and law clerks
•Appear in court on behalf of clients and argue motions during legal proceedings
•Take responsibility for administrative staff relating to client invoicing/billing records, setting up meetings with clients and completing tasks

Qualifications

•Graduation from law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree and experience in representing clients for at least 2 years
•Well-versed in legal research software (Westlaw/Lexis)
•Decision-making, public speaking, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and communication skills are a must
•Prior experience working in a law firm for a minimum of 1-2 years required
•Must be a member of your local bar association - active member preferred