Description:
Job Description:We are a boutique, Arizona-based law firm practicing in Arizona, California, Colorado, and New Mexico, focused on civil litigation and transactional work. Our firm is seeking up to three dedicated and detail-oriented Associate Attorneys with 2-5 years of experience in civil/insurance defense litigation. This fully remote position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Responsibilities:
- Support the partner in managing a diverse caseload through all phases of litigation.
- Prepare disclosure statements and document productions.
- Conduct document collection and review, including electronically stored information (E-Discovery).
- Draft written discovery and challenge deficient discovery responses as necessary.
- Draft pleadings and motions, perform legal research, and assist in mediation preparation and support.
- Support the partner in deposition practice, including scheduling depositions, issuing deposition notices and/or subpoenas, and drafting deposition summaries.
- Draft records subpoenas and review/challenge responses as necessary.
- Assist in preparing status reports for clients and claims handlers.
- Provide trial preparation support.
Qualifications:
Litigation Associate Experience, Knowledge Base, and Skills:
- 2-5 years of experience in civil litigation involving construction defect and tort liability
- Firm understanding of the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure.
- Highly organized with strong written communication skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to comply with insurance defense reporting and billing requirements.
- Licensures:
- Active Arizona license to practice law in good standing is required.
- Additional licensures in New Mexico or willingness to obtain is a strong advantage.
