Associate Attorney 2

Litchfield Cavo LLP; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Litchfield Cavo LLP in Milwaukee, WI seeks a highly motivated Associate Attorney with three to five years of civil litigation experience. Must be licensed to practice in Wisconsin state and federal courts.

The role involves handling a substantial caseload, conducting research, drafting pleadings, and participating in mediations and hearings. Candidates should demonstrate strong written and verbal communication, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple files in a

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice in Wisconsin state and federal courts.
• Experience in civil litigation and general liability is preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and memos.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions.
• Conduct legal research competently and efficiently.
• Prepare and take depositions of parties and witnesses.
• Review client documents and draft case evaluations and status reports.
• Assist with mediations and court appearances.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Case management

Wisconsin court procedures

Education

Wisconsin bar admission

Licensed to practice in Wisconsin state and federal courts

Job description

Litchfield Cavo LLP is a vibrant and growing nation-wide litigation defense law firm that strives to provide its employees with a supportive environment in which to develop and advance and opportunities to develop and advance. While growing from 16 attorneys in 2 offices to 250 attorneys in 25 offices across the country, Litchfield Cavo has maintained its commitment to excellence in both the attorneys and staff it attracts and the services it delivers. We provide all of our employees the tools they need to feel confident when contributing ideas, asking questions, and performing at the highest level.

Litchfield Cavo offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a collegial and supportive work environment that provides substantial opportunities for professional development.

OPPORTUNITY | Associate Attorney

Our Milwaukee, WI office seeks a highly-motivated Associate Attorney with at least three to five years’ experience in civil litigation. Experience in general liability (including automobile liability, premises liability, products liability) and/or insurance coverage. Must be licensed to practice in Wisconsin state and federal courts. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of lawyers defending matters throughout the United States for various clients within a forward-thinking firm.

SKILLS and ABILITIES

The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

• practice law in the state of Wisconsin;
• manage multiple case files successfully in a busy environment;
• demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;
• excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills;
• ability to move from case to case; and,
• knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include handling a substantial caseload of litigation. The following are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to do this job successfully under the direction of a partner:

• draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda;
• draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions;
• conduct legal research competently and with proficiency;
• prepare and take depositions of parties and witnesses
• review client documents, draft case evaluations and status report correspondence; and,
• assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances.

The firm provides an experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments.

Litchfield Cavo LLP supports and encourages workforce diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.