Associate Attorney

Backus Burden; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Matching 401(k)

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Backus Burden, a leading boutique law firm in Las Vegas, is looking for an associate attorney with 1–3 years of experience in litigation and insurance defense. The role involves representing clients in various claims, conducting legal research, and managing cases from inception to resolution. The ideal candidate will hold a Juris Doctor degree and an active license in Nevada, demonstrating strong legal skills and effective communication abilities. Backus Burden offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Active license in the State of Nevada and in good standing.
• 1–3 years of litigation or insurance defense experience preferred.
• Ability to handle a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in insurance defense litigation.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Job Description

Backus | Burden, a preeminent boutique law firm with the highest rating of AV, is seeking an associate attorney licensed to practice in Nevada. The ideal candidate has 1–4 years of experience in handling tort and commercial litigation matters. Please submit resume and writing sample to Leland Eugene Backus, Esq. at [e-mail] and [e-mail].

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in insurance defense litigation, including personal injury, premises liability, and general liability claims.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers.
• Manage cases from inception through resolution with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license in the State of Nevada and in good standing.
• 1–3 years of litigation or insurance defense experience preferred.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to handle a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and matching 401(k).
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Exposure to a wide range of litigation matters and courtroom experience.