Description:

This position is open to onsite, hybrid, or remote candidates.

Sacro & Walker LLP is seeking a motivated Litigation Associate to join its business litigation practice, which represents businesses and individuals, including Fortune 500 companies in the insurance, financial services, and food and beverage industries, and noted local institutions. The firm balances aggressive advocacy with its clients' economic and business goals.

This position works closely with clients, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and internal legal staff to advance case objectives, resolve disputes efficiently, and protect clients' interests. The role also involves providing ongoing client communication and ensuring compliance with applicable procedural rules and professional obligations. The associate is expected to exercise sound legal judgment, demonstrate strong analytical and advocacy skills, and contribute to the effective and timely resolution of matters for the Firm's clients.

Associates receive hands-on mentorship and early responsibility, with opportunities to develop their own clientele.

The annual billable requirement for this position is 1850 hours.

Duties would include but not be limited to:

Assist in managing a caseload of commercial litigation, including contract, employment, commercial real estate, unfair competition, class action, and insurance coverage disputes
Help develop theories aimed at early dispositive rulings and favorable settlements
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal memoranda
Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, case law, and contracts
Participate in depositions, mediations, court hearings, and trial preparation
Communicate with clients, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel
Collaborate with partners and team members on litigation strategy

Qualifications: