Associate Litigation Attorney

Jobot; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Production-based bonuses

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Associate Litigation Attorney in New Orleans to join our growing litigation team. The role focuses on general litigation matters, maritime and transportation matters, with direct involvement in case strategy and client communications.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of litigation experience and Louisiana Bar admission in good standing, with strong analytical and written/verbal skills. On-site position with comprehensive benefits and production-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• Louisiana Bar admission (active) in good standing.
• 3+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong analytical, research, and communication skills (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters through discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other substantive legal work.
• Take and defend depositions and participate in hearings and court proceedings.
• Assist with maritime, transportation, insurance, and commercial disputes.
• Communicate directly with clients and contribute to case strategy.
• Work closely with partners while developing increasing independence and responsibility.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Research

Education

Louisiana Bar admission

Job description

Associate Litigation Attorney

$110000 - $150000 per year | New Orleans, LA | On-site | Permanent

Join a successful litigation law firm in New Orleans!

A bit about us:

We are working with a mid-size, general litigation law firm in New Orleans that focuses on a variety of practice areas including general liability, commercial litigation, insurance litigation, construction law, maritime law, and more!

Why join us?

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity for production-based bonuses

Job Details

We are looking for an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience to join the team in New Orleans. This position will focus on a variety of cases including general litigation matters, maritime law, & transportation law. This position offers meaningful responsibility, direct involvement in case strategy, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced litigators representing insurers, vessel owners, marine and transportation companies, and other commercial clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters through discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other substantive legal work
• Take and defend depositions and participate in hearings and court proceedings
• Assist with maritime, transportation, insurance, and commercial disputes
• Communicate directly with clients and contribute to case strategy
• Work closely with partners while developing increasing independence and responsibility

Qualifications

• Louisiana Bar admission and good standing (required)
• 3+ years of litigation experience
• Strong analytical, research, and communication skills (both written and verbal)

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