Civil Litigation Associate – Growth, Mentorship & Impact

Litchfield Cavo LLP; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Litchfield Cavo LLP in the New Orleans area is seeking a well-rounded Associate Attorney with 0-3 years of defense litigation experience. The attorney must be licensed to practice in Louisiana and will handle property claims, personal injury, premise liability, and workers’ compensation matters for nationwide clients.

The firm offers a collaborative environment, strong professional development opportunities, and a competitive compensation plan with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Louisiana courts.
• Admission to additional jurisdictions is a plus.
• 0–3 years of civil litigation experience handling defense matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and handle pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions.
• Conduct legal research competently and with proficiency.
• Prepare and take depositions of parties and experts.
• Review client documents, draft case evaluations, and status report correspondence.
• Assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances.
• Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues, and staff.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Case management

Education

Louisiana Bar Admission

Tools

MS Office

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Litchfield Cavo LLP in the New Orleans area is seeking a well-rounded Associate Attorney with 0-3 years of defense litigation experience. The attorney must be licensed to practice in Louisiana and will handle property claims, personal injury, premise liability, and workers’ compensation matters for nationwide clients.

The firm offers a collaborative environment, strong professional development opportunities, and a competitive compensation plan with excellent benefits.