Civil Litigation Attorney (5-15 years)

Jobot; Highland Hills (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Schedule

Gym Access

Profit Sharing

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

A boutique law firm is seeking an experienced attorney to manage the full lifecycle of civil litigation, focusing on defamation and privacy issues. The ideal candidate will possess a J.D., be a member of the Ohio Bar, and have at least five years of relevant litigation experience. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid work schedule, and benefits including health coverage and profit sharing. Join a supportive team that values your expertise in a dynamic legal environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum ~5 years private practice civil litigation experience.
• Comfortable working with platforms and internet-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of civil litigation.
• Handle cases involving defamation and privacy issues.
• Conduct legal research, write strong documents.

Skills

Excellent written advocacy

Oral advocacy

Analytical skills

Tech literate

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Member in good standing of the Ohio Bar

Job description

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Job details

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Salary $100,000 - $160,000 per year

A Bit About Us

We are a boutique law firm based in Cleveland specializing in civil litigation and digital media law. Our practice focuses on defamation, online reputation, content removal, privacy, harassment, and First Amendment issues. We represent individuals, businesses, and executives in high-stakes matters involving speech, media, and communication law. We pride ourselves on combining strong legal advocacy with sensitivity to client reputation, technical understanding, and a forward-thinking approach.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary, with bonus / revenue-based component after introductory period.
• Health, dental, vision coverage.
• Retirement plan / 401(k).
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, holidays.
• CLE and professional growth opportunities.
• Hybrid work schedule
• Supportive work environment with colleagues experienced in media-/online reputation-oriented litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of civil litigation drafting pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, trials, appeals.
• Handle cases involving defamation, First Amendment/free speech, content removal, online harassment or privacy issues.
• Work with clients to craft strategy combining litigation and technical/communications tactics.
• Identify anonymous defendants or digital actors, work with experts or platforms in content takedown or de-indexing etc.
• Conduct legal research, write strong briefs, motions, and other documents.
• Maintain strong client communication.
• Meet productivity/revenue expectations once up to speed.

Required Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of the Ohio Bar (or eligible and able to become so).
• Minimum ~5 years private practice civil litigation experience.
• Excellent written, oral advocacy and analytical skills.
• Tech literate / comfortable working with platforms, internet-related issues, and perhaps working with experts in online / digital fields.

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