Associate Attorney Civil Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parking

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Annual CLE stipends and mentorship

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Associate Attorney in Civil Litigation in Youngstown, OH. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of experience and will collaborate with partners on business and employment litigation, gaining hands-on experience in a supportive team.

Requirements include JD, Ohio Bar admission, and strong writing, research, and client-management skills. The role offers growth toward senior associate or partner tracks and exposure to a broad range of disputes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of prior litigation experience.
• Ability to craft persuasive, clear, and concise legal arguments.
• Skills-first mindset with an interest in learning new legal technologies.
• Must be a member in good standing with the Ohio Bar.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of discovery, including taking and defending depositions.
• Regularly appear for hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, translating complex legal issues into actionable strategies.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Client management

Communication

Legal technologies

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal software

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Civil Litigation for a full-time position in Youngstown. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience and will work closely with partners on business and employment litigation, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Duties

• Manage all phases of discovery, including taking and defending depositions.
• Regularly appear for hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, translating complex legal issues into actionable strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of prior litigation experience.
• Ability to craft persuasive, clear, and concise legal arguments.
• Skills-first mindset with an interest in learning new legal technologies.
• Must be a member in good standing with the Ohio Bar.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Admission to the Ohio Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal writing and research skills.
• Excellent communication and client management abilities.
• Proficiency in legal technologies.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parking.
• 401(k) plan.
• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Annual CLE stipends and mentorship opportunities.

Career Path

Path to senior associate/partner roles.