Attorney at Law

Freeman, Mathis & Gary Law; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Growth and advancement opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

401K Plan

Year-end bonuses

Job summary

A national litigation firm is seeking an Associate Attorney for the Columbus, Ohio office. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in Tort matters, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Responsibilities include case strategy development, client interaction, and legal documentation. The Firm offers competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical and 401K plans.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience handling Tort matters.
• Ability to practice law in Ohio in good standing.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with track record of achieving billable hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy.
• Prepare and respond to discovery.
• Explain legal options to clients and highlight possible outcomes.

Skills

Critical thinking

Negotiation

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor degree from ABA accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

iManage

OneDrive

Job description

Columbus Office
65 E State St
Suite 2550
Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Freeman Mathis & Gary is a dynamic and growing 500+ lawyer national litigation firm, with offices across the United States. We are seeking an Associate Attorney with experience in handling Tort matters to join our Columbus, Ohio office. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years’ experience. The individual will maintain positive contact with clients, observe confidentiality of client matters, and must be team-oriented.

FMG’s Tort and Catastrophic Loss sections represent corporations and insurance companies in all aspects of general liability, professional liability and insurance coverage issues. We serve as national and coordinating counsel for a variety of carriers and corporations in their litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy
• Prepare and respond to discovery
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings
• Explain legal options to clients and bring possible outcomes or threats to their attention
• Build relationships with clients
• Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school
• In good standing and able to practice law in the state of Ohio
• Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background
• Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines and achieving goals
• Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive
• Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver
• Self-motivated, and goal oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours goals
• Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
• Detail oriented, organized and effective
• Professional and able to get along with people; communicates well with staff
• Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive a plus

What we offer

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm
• Speaking and writing opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• Bar expenses paid by Firm
• HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents
• 401K Plan
• Company provided life insurance up to $150k
• Company paid long-term disability coverage
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives
• Regular, firmwide socials and events
• Employee Assistance Program

EEO Statement

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.

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