Civil Litigation Attorney

gpac; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off & firm holidays

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Long-term advancement opportunities

Job summary

gpac has partnered with a Madison law firm seeking a Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join their growing practice. This role offers challenging work, a collaborative environment, and a long-term opportunity with a clear path to partnership.

Experience with trust and estates litigation is ideal but not required; strong civil litigation skills are welcome. Manage matters from strategy to trial and build strong client relationships for ongoing growth.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Wisconsin state bar in good standing.
• 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong civil litigation background; trust/estates preferred but not required.
• Excellent research, writing, negotiation and courtroom advocacy.
• Ability to independently manage a substantial caseload.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and client-focused.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from strategy through resolution.
• Represent clients in trust, estate, probate, and civil litigation.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and related documents.
• Take and defend depositions; participate in mediations and trials.
• Develop litigation strategies tailored to each case.
• Advise clients and keep them informed throughout the process.
• Build lasting client relationships and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Litigation

Communication

Research

Writing

Negotiation

Client relations

Oral advocacy

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Gpac has partnered with a law firm in Madison that is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join their growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking for challenging work, a collaborative environment, and a long-term opportunity with a clear path to partnership.

Experience with trust and estates litigation is ideal, but the firm is open to attorneys coming from other areas of civil litigation who have strong litigation skills and an interest in developing their practice in this area.

What You'll Do

• Manage litigation matters from initial strategy through resolution.
• Represent clients in trust, estate, probate, and other civil litigation matters.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Develop effective litigation strategies based on the unique needs of each case.
• Advise clients on complex legal issues and keep them informed throughout the process.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff to provide exceptional legal representation.

What We're Looking For

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the Wisconsin state bar.
• 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong background in civil litigation; trust and estates experience is preferred but not required.
• Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage a substantial caseload.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and motivated to provide excellent client service.

Compensation & Benefits

$150,000 base salary, plus:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• Retirement plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative work environment
• Long-term advancement opportunities

Partnership Opportunity

This position offers a clear path to partnership for the right attorney. The firm is looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career, develop strong client relationships, and play an important role in the continued growth of the practice.