Associate Attorney Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account

Nine paid holidays and paid vacation leave

Profit-sharing and 401(k) retirement benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its regional litigation team. The successful candidate will manage civil litigation cases, focusing on financial services disputes and bankruptcy proceedings.

Requirements include a Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school and at least one year of civil litigation experience. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) retirement benefits, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) required, admission to the Arkansas Bar within one year preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of civil litigation experience, preferably with financial services.
• Strong written and oral communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and inform case strategy.
• Draft and file legal documents in civil litigation and bankruptcy.
• Manage all aspects of case progression and communicate with clients.

Skills

Advanced legal research and analytical capabilities

Expertise in drafting litigation documents

Effective oral advocacy skills

Strong organizational aptitude

Ability to collaborate across offices

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Judicial clerkship experience or law review participation

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Little Rock, Arkansas, office as part of a regional litigation team. The successful candidate will handle civil litigation matters with emphasis on financial services disputes, debtor‑creditor and collection actions, and bankruptcy proceedings, managing cases with a combination of independence and collaboration under partner supervision.

Duties

• Conduct detailed legal research to inform case strategy and support motion practice
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and memoranda in civil litigation and bankruptcy matters
• Develop litigation strategies and participate in hearings, status conferences, and client meetings
• Manage all aspects of case progression, including drafting responses, coordinating document production, and preparing for trials or hearings
• Communicate regularly with clients to provide updates on case status, strategy, and next steps
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues across offices to leverage firm resources and expertise
• Assist in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute‑resolution processes
• Maintain organized file management, ensuring compliance with court deadlines and firm procedures

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school
• Admission to the Arkansas Bar (or eligibility to gain admission within one year of hire)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in civil litigation; familiarity with financial services, debtor‑creditor, collections, or commercial litigation preferred
• Proficiency in legal research platforms (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) and drafting precise legal documents
• Demonstrated ability to manage workloads independently while keeping partners and staff informed
• Strong written and oral communication skills with a clear, organized style
• Capacity to work respectfully and productively in a team‑oriented environment

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA‑accredited institution
• Preferred: judicial clerkship experience or law review participation

Certifications

Active membership in good standing with the Arkansas Bar (or eligibility within one year of hire)

Skills

• Advanced legal research and analytical capabilities to support case development
• Expertise in drafting litigation documents—pleadings, motions, and briefs—with attention to detail
• Effective oral advocacy skills for hearings, depositions, and client counseling
• Strong organizational aptitude to balance multiple matters and meet strict deadlines
• Ability to collaborate across offices and practice areas to serve client needs holistically

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
• Fertility coverage assistance and adoption/surrogacy financial support
• Nine paid holidays and flexible paid vacation leave
• Paid sick leave accrual at one hour per 30 hours worked
• Paid parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and military leave
• Profit‑sharing and 401(k) retirement benefits with discretionary bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program, back‑up care, and domestic partner benefits
• Commuter benefits and technology allowance