Associate Attorney

Manning Gross & Massenburg LLP; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

MG+M The Law Firm in Jackson, MS, seeks an Associate Attorney to handle a litigation caseload in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Minimum five years' experience in general or complex litigation, toxic tort or environmental liability; JD from an accredited law school; MS bar admission required (LA a plus); strong research and writing skills; ability to manage multiple tasks.

We offer a hybrid work arrangement, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in Mississippi required; Louisiana admission a plus.
• Minimum of five years' experience in general or complex litigation, toxic tort, or environmental liability.
• Experience with motions and depositions; leading depositions preferred.
• Ability to work independently, stay organized, and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong research and writing skills with ability to analyze complex matters.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial
• Review and analyze discovery requests
• Prepare and respond to discovery, pleadings, and motions
• Trial preparation and support
• Maintain accurate time records

Skills

Litigation

Depositions

Independent work

Time management

Research & writing

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

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Associate Attorney

Associates & Of Counsel Regular Full-Time Jackson, MS, US

MG+M The Law Firm (MG+M) has an immediate opening for an Associate Attorney in our Jackson, MS office.

MG+M is a nationally renowned litigationlaw firm concentrating on complex civil matters. The firm's expertise is diverse but focused in the areas of toxic tort, complex product liability, local government, general liability, and commercial litigation. We approach litigation as a unified team, integrating our efforts with those of our clients to advance their interests wherever they do business.Our goal is always to deliver optimal results at the best possible value.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a litigation caseload
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial
• Review and analyze discovery requests
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests, pleadings, and motions
• Trial preparation and support
• Maintain accurate time records

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in one or more of the following practice areas: general litigation, complex litigation, toxic tort liability, or environmental liability.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in the state of Mississippi, with admission in Louisiana considered a plus.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Experience taking lead in plaintiff and expert depositions is preferred but not required.
• Capable of independent work.
• Work in an organized and efficient manner.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to analyze complex matters.

Why Should You Apply?

Our associates work closely with our senior lawyers and clients on challenging work in an entrepreneurial and collegial environment. We offer a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).

MG+M will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. We are committed to cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity as a fundamental value.