Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Orion Placement in Toledo, OH is seeking a civil litigation attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution. You will draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery, conduct legal research, and develop litigation strategies while representing clients in hearings, depositions, and court proceedings.

Collaboration with experienced attorneys and client-focused advocacy are essential. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of civil litigation experience, excellent legal writing and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong oral advocacy and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Insurance defense experience preferred but not required.
• Candidates from law firms, in-house legal departments, or solo practice are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse civil litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Represent clients in hearings, depositions, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys to prepare cases for trial.
• Negotiate settlements and advocate for clients throughout the litigation process.
• Build strong client relationships through responsive communication and practical legal counsel.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Communication

Multitasking

Collaboration

Job description

• Join a respected litigation team with a long-standing reputation for courtroom excellence and high-quality client service.
• Handle meaningful civil litigation matters with opportunities for hands-on case responsibility.
• Work alongside experienced trial attorneys who value mentorship, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Gain exposure to complex litigation, insurance defense matters, negotiations, and trial work.
• Enjoy a stable practice with a strong referral-based client base and annual bonus potential.

Location: Toledo, Ohio – Primarily on-site in a collaborative office environment with occasional flexibility to work from home when appropriate.

Note: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Ohio and have at least 2+ years of civil litigation experience. Strong legal research and writing skills are required. Insurance defense experience is preferred but not required.

About Us

We are a well-established litigation firm known for delivering exceptional legal representation with professionalism, responsiveness, and practical solutions. Our attorneys are committed to achieving outstanding results while maintaining a collaborative, client-focused culture. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage a diverse civil litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Represent clients in hearings, depositions, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys to prepare cases for trial.
• Negotiate settlements and advocate for clients throughout the litigation process.
• Build strong client relationships through responsive communication and practical legal counsel.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong oral advocacy and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Insurance defense experience preferred but not required.
• Candidates from law firms, in-house legal departments, or solo practice are encouraged to apply.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe great attorneys thrive when they're trusted with meaningful work, supported by experienced colleagues, and given opportunities to grow. You'll join a team that values professionalism, teamwork, excellent advocacy, and long-term career development while handling sophisticated litigation matters for respected clients.