Associate Attorney

SustainableHR PEO & Recruiting; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Generous PTO and paid holidays

CLE reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Company-provided phone

Job summary

SustainableHR PEO & Recruiting is partnering with a reputable law firm in Madison to seek an Associate Attorney for their civil litigation practice. This position is ideal for candidates with 0-3 years of experience eager to develop their litigation skills and work collaboratively.

The role involves conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and supporting trial preparation. Benefits include a competitive salary, health insurance, and a hybrid work model after onboarding.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of litigation experience or relevant legal internship and clerkship experience.
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft motions, pleadings, briefs, and memoranda.
• Assist with case strategy development and litigation planning.
• Participate in discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery requests.
• Support depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Wisconsin Bar admission or ability to obtain

Job description

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a highly respected law firm in Madison to hire an Associate Attorney to join its growing civil litigation practice. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney with 0-3 years of experience who is eager to build a long-term career in litigation while working alongside an experienced and collaborative team.

The firm is seeking someone who is intellectually curious, possesses exceptional writing abilities, and thrives in a team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate enjoys legal research, takes pride in producing high-quality written work, and is looking for a firm with a strong culture and mentorship-focused approach.

This role offers exposure to both state and federal litigation matters and provides meaningful opportunities to develop litigation skills from the early stages of a case through resolution.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct legal research and draft motions, pleadings, briefs, and memoranda
• Assist with case strategy development and litigation planning
• Participate in discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery requests
• Support depositions, hearings, and trial preparation
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in litigation matters
• Collaborate closely with attorneys across a variety of cases and practice areas
• Manage assignments efficiently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail

Approximately 80% of this role involves legal research and writing.

What They're Looking For

• 0-3 years of litigation experience or relevant legal internship and clerkship experience
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• A positive attitude and desire to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Eagerness to learn and develop as a litigation attorney
• Wisconsin Bar admission or ability to obtain admission promptly
• Base compensation of $110,000-$150,000 depending on experience and hours recorded
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• CLE reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Company-provided phone
• Hybrid flexibility after onboarding
• Supportive, collaborative culture with strong mentorship and long-term growth opportunities