Associate Attorney

Synectics Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Bar dues support

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to join its civil litigation practice. The role requires a J.D., Wisconsin bar eligibility, and roughly five years of litigation experience, with interest in trusts & estates litigation and related disputes.

The position is in-office and offers collaboration with senior attorneys, exposure to diverse matters, and opportunities to develop client relationships and business development skills within a Madison practice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Wisconsin State Bar or eligibility for admission.
• 5 years of litigation experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, assignments, and deadlines.
• Strong interest in developing a long‑term litigation practice in the Madison area.
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior attorneys with a variety of civil litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Handle discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Assist with case strategy and client communication.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
• Develop professional relationships and participate in business development activities.
• Stay current on relevant legal developments and litigation practices.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Litigation Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation

Location: Madison, WI

Experience: 5 years preferred

Bar Admission: Wisconsin Bar or eligibility for admission

Work Arrangement: In-office

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a motivated and collaborative Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Madison, Wisconsin office. The ideal candidate will have strong civil litigation experience and an interest or experience in Trusts & Estates litigation.

This role provides the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys on a variety of litigation matters while developing independent client relationships and business development skills.

Practice Areas

• Trusts & Estates Litigation
• Business Disputes
• Contract Disputes
• Real Estate Disputes
• Construction Disputes
• General Civil Litigation

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior attorneys with a variety of civil litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Handle discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Assist with case strategy and client communication.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
• Develop professional relationships and participate in business development activities.
• Stay current on relevant legal developments and litigation practices.

Required Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Wisconsin State Bar or eligibility for admission.
• 5 years of litigation experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, assignments, and deadlines.
• Strong interest in developing a long‑term litigation practice in the Madison area.
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced civil litigator who is comfortable handling complex matters and working collaboratively with senior attorneys. Trusts & Estates litigation experience is highly desirable, but candidates with strong experience in business, contract, real estate, construction, or other civil litigation matters may also be considered.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Performance/productivity-based bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with firm contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and bar dues support
• Networking and business development opportunities

Work Location: Madison, Wisconsin

Position Type: Full-time