Commercial Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Continuing education

Job summary

Jobot in Cincinnati is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Defense Attorney to handle sophisticated business disputes from inception through resolution. The role offers hybrid work flexibility and a path toward partnership for qualified candidates.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and writing skills, plus experience taking depositions, managing complex cases, and advising clients on risk and resolution strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial litigation defense.
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Ability to mentor junior attorneys and manage complex matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse commercial litigation caseload from pre-suit through trial and appeal.
• Develop litigation strategy and advise clients on risk assessment and resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents.
• Conduct depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Prepare witnesses and experts for deposition and trial.
• Handle written discovery, including interrogatories and requests for production.
• Collaborate with partners and clients on practical legal solutions.
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication.
• Mentor junior attorneys when appropriate.

Skills

Litigation

Commercial litigation

Deposition

Courtroom experience

Job description

Real Litigation - Take Depositions, Motions, Courtroom Experience

Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

Our growing litigation practice is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Defense Attorney to join our Cincinnati office. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney who enjoys handling sophisticated business disputes, partnering directly with clients, and taking ownership of cases from inception through resolution.

The ideal candidate is a strategic litigator with strong analytical skills, excellent writing ability, and experience representing businesses in complex commercial disputes.

Why join us?

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off and firm holidays
• Continuing legal education and professional development support
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Partnership track for qualified candidates
• Collaborative, collegial work environment with sophisticated litigation matters

Job Details

• Manage a diverse commercial litigation caseload from pre-suit through trial and appeal, as appropriate.
• Develop litigation strategy and advise clients on risk assessment and case resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, dispositive motions, briefs, and discovery.
• Conduct depositions, attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Prepare witnesses and experts for deposition and trial.
• Handle all aspects of written discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop practical, business-focused legal solutions.
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and exceptional service.
• Mentor junior attorneys when appropriate.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.