Civil Litigation Attorney — Complex Case Strategy

Stites & Harbison, PLLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bar exam stipend

Moving allowance

401(k) HR-10

Medical & dental

Life insurance

Long-term disability

EAP

Domestic partner benefits

CLE programs

Job summary

Stites & Harbison PLLC is seeking a highly motivated Litigation Attorney to join our Jeffersonville, IN team. The ideal candidate will handle general civil litigation or matters involving financial institutions and maintain a portfolio of complex cases with strategic case planning.

The role requires a JD, an active Kentucky license, and 3–5 years of civil litigation experience including research, writing, and effective client communication.

Qualifications

• JD required from an accredited law school.
• Active Kentucky law license in good standing required.
• 3–5 years of civil litigation experience with a track record of success.
• Experience managing a portfolio of complex litigation cases.
• Experience with all phases of litigation: evaluation, discovery, and trial prep.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of complex litigation cases.
• Develop and execute case strategy including evaluation, discovery, and trial prep.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Coordinate with litigation support staff to prepare for trial.
• Represent clients in court and conduct direct/cross-examinations.
• Collaborate with attorneys and team on complex issues.
• Keep clients informed of developments and risks.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Client communication

Case management

Independent work

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active Kentucky license

Job description

Stites & Harbison PLLC is seeking a highly motivated Litigation Attorney to join our Jeffersonville, IN team. The ideal candidate will handle general civil litigation or matters involving financial institutions and maintain a portfolio of complex cases with strategic case planning.

The role requires a JD, an active Kentucky license, and 3–5 years of civil litigation experience including research, writing, and effective client communication.