Corporate Litigation Counsel

Addison Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Career growth

Direct access to hiring managers

Flexible opportunities

Resume guidance

Job summary

Addison Group in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a junior to mid-level civil litigator with a JD and Arizona Bar eligibility to handle matters from pre-suit through resolution.

The attorney will draft pleadings, motions, and discovery, conduct legal research, manage deadlines, and collaborate with clients, experts, and staff while mentoring junior attorneys as the practice expands.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active Arizona Bar membership in good standing or ability to obtain Arizona admission promptly.
• 0–4+ years of civil litigation experience, including internships, clerkships, externships, or private practice.
• Experience or interest in commercial or personal injury civil litigation.
• Exposure to hearings, mediations, arbitrations, or trial preparation preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from pre-suit investigation through resolution, including strategy and discovery.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other court filings.
• Conduct legal research, factual investigations, and case evaluations to assess risk and strategy.
• Manage document review, discovery processes, and case preparation.
• Serve as a primary contact for clients, opposing counsel, experts, and co-counsel.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work.
• Assist with assigning work, reviewing documents, and mentoring junior attorneys as the team grows.
• Develop litigation playbooks, templates, and training materials to support scalable practice.
• Maintain organized case files and monitor deadlines in compliance with rules and procedures.
• Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency of the litigation function.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Case management

Client communication

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active Arizona Bar membership in good standing or the ability to obtain Arizona admission promptly.
• 0–4+ years of civil litigation experience, including internships, clerkships, externships, or private practice.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in commercial litigation, personal injury, or other civil litigation matters.
• Exposure to hearings, mediations, arbitrations, or trial preparation is preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Self‑motivated, collaborative, and comfortable taking ownership of projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from pre-suit investigation through resolution, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, mediation, arbitration, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other court filings.
• Conduct legal research, factual investigations, and case evaluations to assess legal risk and develop litigation strategies.
• Manage document review, discovery processes, and case preparation.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, experts, and co-counsel while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff to ensure deadlines are met and high-quality work product is delivered.
• Assist with assigning work, reviewing legal documents, and mentoring junior attorneys and legal staff as the litigation team grows.
• Partner with leadership to develop litigation playbooks, templates, training materials, and best practices that support a scalable, high-performing practice.
• Maintain organized case files, monitor litigation deadlines, and ensure compliance with court rules and internal procedures.
• Contribute to process improvements and operational initiatives that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the litigation function.

Why choose Addison Group?

• Competitive Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor Statistics data
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and bonus opportunities
• Career Growth: Many Addison Group opportunities lead to long‑term and permanent employment
• Direct Access: Connect directly with hiring managers at leading organizations
• Flexibility & Options: Multiple opportunities tailored to your career goals and location preferences
• Professional Support: Resume guidance, interview preparation, and offer negotiation assistance

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.