Attorney - Entry Level

kosmos; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

kosmos is seeking an Entry Level Attorney for its firm in Huntington, West Virginia. This role provides an opportunity for hands-on experience in a dynamic legal setting while working on diverse legal matters.

You will conduct legal research, draft documents, and assist in case preparation. Ideal candidates will have a Juris Doctor degree and strong skills in research, analysis, and communication.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Admission to the state bar (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on various legal issues.
• Draft legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and contracts.
• Assist in case preparation and management.
• Attend client meetings and court proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases.
• Review and analyze legal documents and agreements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal team.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Tools

Legal research tools and software

Job description

Growing law firm is currently seeking an Entry Level Attorney to join their firm in Huntington West Virginia. As an Entry Level Attorney you will play a crucial role in providing legal support and counsel on various cases and projects. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic legal environment while working on a diverse range of legal matters.

As an Entry Level Attorney, you will be involved in conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, assisting in case preparation, and providing support to senior attorneys. This role is essential to the success of our firm and offers a great platform for career growth and development in the legal field. Join us and kickstart your career as a successful attorney.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research on various legal issues.
• Draft legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and contracts.
• Assist in case preparation and management.
• Attend client meetings and court proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases.
• Review and analyze legal documents and agreements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal team.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Admission to the state bar (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.