Des Moines Litigation Associate — Civil Trial & Strategy

Dentons US LLP; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Dentons Davis Brown in Des Moines, IA, seeks an experienced Litigation Associate Attorney to join our growing civil litigation team. You will represent clients, conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and manage discovery and court filings.

Ideal candidates hold a JD from an accredited law school, 4–6 years of civil litigation experience, excellent writing and analytical skills, and the ability to juggle multiple assignments in a fast-paced setting. Iowa licensure in good standing is required.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• 4–6 years of civil litigation experience
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in a broad range of civil litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
• Manage all aspects of discovery, including document review and depositions.
• Attend court hearings, mediations, and client meetings.
• Assist with trial preparation and participate in trials as opportunities arise.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Multitasking

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

Dentons Davis Brown in Des Moines, IA, seeks an experienced Litigation Associate Attorney to join our growing civil litigation team. You will represent clients, conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and manage discovery and court filings.

Ideal candidates hold a JD from an accredited law school, 4–6 years of civil litigation experience, excellent writing and analytical skills, and the ability to juggle multiple assignments in a fast-paced setting. Iowa licensure in good standing is required.