Growth-Minded Associate Attorney | Mentorship in Litigation

Cruser, Mitchell, Novitz, Sanchez, Gaston & Zimet, LLP; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

401(k) plan with employer matching

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

The Indianapolis office of Cruser, Mitchell, Novitz, Sanchez, Gaston & Zimet, LLP is seeking an associate attorney to join our defense team. You will handle a range of insurance defense matters, work with experienced litigators, and contribute from day one to depositions, pleadings, and trial preparation.

We value a J.D. with Indiana Bar admission and 1–4 years of litigation experience, preference for candidates who manage their own cases, and a supportive environment offering meaningful

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with J.D., and admission to the Indiana State Bar required
• Minimum 1-4 years of experience in insurance defense or related setting
• Preference to those managing their own cases
• Litigation experience required

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex legal issues and conduct extensive legal research to support defense strategies.
• Prepare pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and briefs for defense.
• Provide timely communications and legal advice to clients and claims teams.
• Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel per office procedures.
• Responsible for prompt, efficient disposition of assigned cases.
• Assist in presenting witnesses and evidence at trials and hearings.

Skills

Litigation experience

Education

J.D. with Indiana State Bar admission

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Indianapolis office of Cruser, Mitchell, Novitz, Sanchez, Gaston & Zimet, LLP is seeking an associate attorney to join our defense team. You will handle a range of insurance defense matters, work with experienced litigators, and contribute from day one to depositions, pleadings, and trial preparation.

We value a J.D. with Indiana Bar admission and 1–4 years of litigation experience, preference for candidates who manage their own cases, and a supportive environment offering meaningful