Associate Attorney

Law Firms; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with 3.5% employer contribution

Performance-based tiered bonus

Job summary

A growth-focused law firm in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking an Associate Attorney with 0-5 years of experience to join their Assessment Recovery practice. This position offers a competitive salary between $70,000 and $100,000 inclusive of performance-based bonuses and flexible billable hour targets. Ideal candidates will have a J.D. from an accredited law school and strong writing and organizational skills. Comprehensive benefits include medical and vision insurance and a 401(k) plan with employer contributions.

Qualifications

• Licensed (or pending) in Ohio or Tennessee.
• 0–5 years of experience (litigation preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage collections and assessment recovery cases.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal documents.
• Handle court appearances and negotiations.
• Work with clients to drive recovery strategies.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Organizational skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Associate Attorney (Assessment Recovery)

About the Opportunity

A well-established, growth-focused law firm is seeking Associate Attorneys (0–5 years) to join its Assessment Recovery / Creditors’ Rights practice. This is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on litigation experience in a high-demand, high-volume practice area with strong earning potential and flexibility.

What You’ll Do

• Manage collections and assessment recovery cases end-to-end
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal documents
• Handle court appearances and negotiations
• Work with clients to drive recovery strategies

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Licensed (or pending) in Ohio or Tennessee
• 0–5 years of experience (litigation preferred)
• Strong writing and organizational skills

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $70,000 – $100,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

• Performance‑based, tiered bonus tied to billable production
• No strict billable minimum (firm target ~1,800 hours, flexible)

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with 3.5% employer contribution