Description:
Position Overview:We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney with at least 2 years of experience in civil litigation. This role involves handling a diverse caseload of civil litigation and administrative defense matters. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, research, and advocacy skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Responsibilities:
- Manage all phases of civil litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
- Represent clients in administrative defense matters-These are cases where a licensed professional is facing potential disciplinary action against their professional license. Representation includes collecting and relaying information through the investigation by state agencies and conducting subsequent, hearings and proceedings
- Identify and collect relevant evidence, conduct legal research and draft briefs, motions, and other legal documents
- Attend court appearances, mediations, and depositions
- Maintain regular communication with clients, opposing counsel, and courts
- Provide strategic counsel to clients regarding case evaluations and potential resolutions
- Collaborate with senior attorneys and team members on complex cases
- Conduct Initial Consultations and manage onboarding of individual clients
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active member in good standing with the Arizona State Bar
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in civil litigation in AZ; administrative defense experience is a plus, but not required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent legal research and analytical abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- A commitment to maintaining a high level of professionalism and client service
- Openness and eagerness to learn and expand competency in a variety of civil and administrative case types
- Team player mentality-We are a well-established but small firm with a collaborative approach and require team members to work for the good of the team
