Associate Attorney

Law Office of Joel E. Segall; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Law Office of Joel E Segall, based in Baltimore County, seeks candidates for a full-time, on-site role in Owings Mills, MD, open to Paralegal, Law Clerk, or Associate Attorney depending on experience. You will handle case management, legal research, document drafting, and support for litigation and ADR matters.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and maintaining client communication with courts and opposing counsel.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in law with ability to apply statutes, case law, and court rules.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and client correspondence.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with case management, organize files and maintain calendars.
• Conduct legal research and draft/review legal documents.
• Support litigation and ADR matters; draft pleadings and discovery requests.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel as appropriate.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal certificate

JD or law school enrollment

Bar admission (preferred)

Tools

Case management software

Word processing

Electronic filing systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description The Law Office of Joel E Segall is a client-focused practice that provides personalized legal services tailored to the unique needs of each individual. The firm combines skilled litigation with a strong commitment to resolving disputes efficiently through alternative methods such as civil mediation and collaborative law. These approaches are used when appropriate to help clients achieve outcomes that are both emotionally and financially beneficial. The practice is based in Baltimore County and regularly represents clients in surrounding jurisdictions, including Baltimore City, Howard, Anne Arundel, Carroll, Harford, Montgomery, and Prince George’s Counties. Team members work in a setting that values professionalism, responsiveness, and practical problem-solving.

Role Description This full-time, on-site role is located in Owings Mills, MD, and is open to candidates for Paralegal, Law Clerk, or Associate Attorney, depending on experience and qualifications. The role involves assisting with case management, including organizing files, maintaining calendars, and tracking deadlines. Daily responsibilities include conducting legal research, preparing and reviewing legal documents and correspondence, and supporting litigation and alternative dispute resolution matters. The team member will help draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and settlement documents, and may communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel as appropriate. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with the attorney on a variety of cases, gain hands‑on experience, and contribute directly to client service and case outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law, with the ability to understand and apply relevant statutes, case law, and court rules.
• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and client correspondence.
• Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal, for interacting with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Solid Research abilities to efficiently locate, analyze, and summarize legal authorities and factual information.
• Careful Document Review skills to identify issues, ensure accuracy, and maintain high-quality work product.
• Relevant education such as a paralegal certificate, law degree (JD), or enrollment in law school; bar admission is preferred for Associate Attorney candidates.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Professionalism, discretion, and a client-centered approach to handling sensitive information and legal issues.
• Comfort with standard law office technology, including case management software, word processing, and electronic filing systems.

Company Description

We are a general practice law firm primarily focusing in domestic law, including divorce, custody disputes, and child support. In addition, we handle workers' compensation, personal injury, social security disability, employment law, and the drafting of estate documents.

Company Description

We are a general practice law firm primarily focusing in domestic law, including divorce, custody disputes, and child support. In addition, we handle workers' compensation, personal injury, social security disability, employment law, and the drafting of estate documents.