Associate Attorney

Dagger Johnston Miller Ogilvie & Hampson, LLP; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Short/Long-term disability

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Elective Dental & Vision insurance

Life insurance

Support staff

Professional development assistance

Partnership track opportunity

Job summary

Dagger Law in Lancaster, Ohio is seeking an associate attorney to join our growing team. The successful candidate will work directly with partners and other associates across all practice areas of the firm.

The associate attorney will support the firm by conducting legal research, preparing legal documents, counseling clients, assisting with trial preparation, and collaborating with senior attorneys on complex matters. Recent graduates are encouraged, and a partnership track is available.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio.
• Excellent research skills and proficiency with legal research databases.
• Exceptional writing skills with the ability to produce clear and persuasive legal documents.
• Strong negotiation and client advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Prior law firm experience is preferred but not required; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis of relevant case law and statutes.
• Draft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and motions.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients.
• Prepare cases for trial by organizing evidence and documentation.
• Counsel clients on legal matters and guide them through complex regulations and procedures to help ensure compliance and protect their interests.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and case progress using legal administrative software.
• Use legal research tools to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys to provide comprehensive representation for clients.

Skills

Excellent research

Negotiation

Writing

Teamwork

Independent work

Client advocacy

Adaptability

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Licensed to practice law in Ohio

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

Position Overview

Dagger Law is a midsize, full-service law firm located in Lancaster, Ohio. We are seeking an associate attorney to join our growing team. The successful candidate will work directly with partners and other associates across all practice areas of the firm.

Pay is commensurate with experience

Partnership track

Recent graduates encouraged

The associate attorney will support the firm by conducting legal research, preparing legal documents, counseling clients, assisting with trial preparation, and collaborating with senior attorneys on complex matters. The role requires adaptability, sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work in a professional office environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis of relevant case law and statutes.
• Draft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and motions.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients.
• Prepare cases for trial by organizing evidence and documentation.
• Counsel clients on legal matters and guide them through complex regulations and procedures to help ensure compliance and protect their interests.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and case progress using legal administrative software.
• Use legal research tools to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys to provide comprehensive representation for clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio.
• Excellent research skills and proficiency with legal research databases.
• Exceptional writing skills with the ability to produce clear and persuasive legal documents.
• Strong negotiation and client advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Prior law firm experience is preferred but not required; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Ideal Candidate

• Adaptable and flexible - enjoys work that requires frequent shifts in direction.
• Achievement-oriented - welcomes challenges and opportunities to learn and grow.
• Motivated to contribute to the firm’s success while developing expertise across multiple areas of law.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Short/Long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Elective Dental & Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Support staff
• Professional development assistance
• Partnership track opportunity

We look forward to welcoming a motivated associate attorney who is eager to contribute to our firm's continued success while growing their own legal expertise.