Associate Attorney — Civil Litigation

Orion Placement; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Placement in Dayton, OH is seeking an attorney to handle civil litigation, probate, estate planning, and small business matters in a collegial, mentorship-driven firm. The position is on-site and based in Dayton, with a strong emphasis on in-person collaboration.

We offer a broad practice and meaningful work in the Miami Valley, with a culture that values mentorship and client relationships. Ohio Bar admission is required and relocation assistance is not provided.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 1+ years of civil litigation experience (probate/estate planning and/or small business a plus).
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral communication.
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative.
• Ability to manage an active caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle a civil litigation caseload from intake through resolution — drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, preparing for depositions, and appearing in court.
• Advise and represent small business clients on contracts, disputes, and general business matters.
• Assist clients with probate administration and contested estate matters.
• Draft and review estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related instruments.
• Conduct thorough legal research and produce clear, well-reasoned written work products.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex, multi-issue matters.
• Communicate directly with clients, providing timely updates and sound legal guidance.
• Manage deadlines and competing priorities across an active docket.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral communication

Collaboration

Time management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

• YStep into a well-established firm with two decades of service to the Miami Valley — your work will have real impact on real people and businesses in the communit
• yBuild a genuinely broad practice: civil litigation, small business representation, probate, and estate planning — ideal for an attorney who wants depth across multiple areas rather than a narrow specialt
• yWork alongside experienced attorneys in a collegial, team-oriented environment that values mentorship and collaboratio
• nCompetitive salary with performance bonus potentia
• lA firm that has earned lasting client relationships across generations — and takes pride in i
• tNo billable-hours grind for its own sake — this is a place where the work is meaningful and the culture reflects i
• tDayton, OH: affordable cost of living, manageable commutes, and a community that values its professional

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Location: This is a full-time, on-site position based in Dayton, OH. We are a hands-on team that thrives on in-person collaboration — this role is best suited to candidates already living in the area or fully committed to relocating independentl

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Note: Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Ohio (Ohio Bar admission required). This role is not open to candidates who require relocation assistance. Please apply only if you meet this requireme

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t UsWe are a full-service civil law firm with nearly 20 years of service to individuals, families, and businesses throughout the Miami Valley. Our team handles a diverse range of matters — from civil litigation and personal injury to business law, probate, and estate planning — and we take pride in delivering high-quality, client-focused legal work in a collegial, collaborative environment. Confidential Emplo

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JOB DESCRI

• PTIONHandle a civil litigation caseload from intake through resolution — drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, preparing for depositions, and appearing in
• courtAdvise and represent small business clients on a range of legal matters including contracts, disputes, and general business co
• unselAssist clients with probate administration and contested estate ma
• ttersDraft and review estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related instru
• mentsConduct thorough legal research and produce clear, well-reasoned written work pr
• oductCollaborate with senior attorneys on complex, multi-issue ma
• ttersCommunicate directly with clients, providing timely updates and sound legal gui
• danceManage deadlines and competing priorities across an active d

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QUALIFIC

• ATIONSJ.D. from an accredited law
• school1+ years of experience in civil litigation (general practice experience with probate/estate planning and/or small business work a
• uired)Strong legal research, writing, and oral communication
• skillsHighly motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a collaborative team envir
• onmentAbility to manage an active caseload indepen

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WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKI

NG HEREThis is not a BigLaw pressure cooker — it is a firm where attorneys are trusted, respected, and given the room to grow. You will work across a genuinely varied practice, develop real client relationships, and contribute to a team that has been serving the same community for nearly 20 years. The Miami Valley is a great place to build a career and a life, and this firm is a respected part of it. If you are a motivated attorney looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and the chance to build real skills across multiple practice areas, this is the right