Associate Attorney

Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford, P.A.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford, P.A. in Phoenix, AZ seeks an Associate Attorney to join its litigation team, handling general liability and professional liability matters with a collaborative, client-focused approach. J.D.

from an accredited law school with exceptional credentials; 2–8 years of relevant experience; active license in good standing. This role emphasizes strong legal research, writing, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with exceptional academic credentials.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills; writing sample required.
• Active license to practice law in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motions.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers.
• Develop litigation strategies in close collaboration with senior attorneys and partners.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Case management

Deadline-oriented

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

J.D. from an accredited law school with exceptional academic credentials; 2 to 8 years (or 3 to 8 years) of experience in general liability and/or professional liability defense preferred; active license to practice law in good standing.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Contextual Overview

Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford, P.A. is actively seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join its dynamic litigation team in the Phoenix, AZ office. The role focuses on handling complex general liability and professional liability matters within a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• J.D. from an accredited law school with exceptional academic credentials.
• Active license to practice law in good standing.
• 2 to 8 years (preferred 3 to 8 years) of experience in general liability and/or professional liability defense.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills (writing sample required).
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motions.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers.
• Develop litigation strategies in close collaboration with senior attorneys and partners.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: Competitive pay and benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k), and disability insurance (exact amounts not specified).

Mode: Full-time, On-site in Phoenix, AZ.

• Required Documents: Resume and Writing Sample

Organization: Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford P.A.

Contact Person: Allyson Adams, Director of Human Resources