Defense Litigation Associate - Trial-Ready Advocate

Copeland, Cook, Taylor & Bush, P.A.; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Copeland, Cook, Taylor & Bush, P.A. in Ridgeland, MS seeks an Associate Attorney for defense litigation. The role involves researching, drafting pleadings, and contributing to case strategy under supervision.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in litigation, strong writing and negotiation skills, and a U.S. law degree with Mississippi bar admission. On-site work, teamwork with senior attorneys, and a focus on practical, cost-conscious resolutions.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of litigation experience or a strong record handling depositions, court hearings, mediations and trials.
• Advanced research skills and ability to synthesize findings into persuasive written work.
• Effective negotiation skills for settlements, mediations, and discussions with opposing counsel.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Mississippi license to practice law.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills, attention to detail, and good organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Prepare correspondence and memoranda for internal and client use.
• Provide legal advice under supervision and participate in case strategy discussions.
• Assist with discovery, depositions, hearings, trial preparation, and other litigation activities.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Negotiation

Oral and written advocacy

Multi-tasking / deadlines

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Active Mississippi law license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Adobe

Job description

Copeland, Cook, Taylor & Bush, P.A. in Ridgeland, MS seeks an Associate Attorney for defense litigation. The role involves researching, drafting pleadings, and contributing to case strategy under supervision.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in litigation, strong writing and negotiation skills, and a U.S. law degree with Mississippi bar admission. On-site work, teamwork with senior attorneys, and a focus on practical, cost-conscious resolutions.