Hybrid Associate Attorney - Multi-Practice Litigation

Catlin Law, PLLC; Billings (MT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Catlin Law, PLLC in Billings, MT is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney for a hybrid role, handling criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and civil litigation. You will meet with clients, perform legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and contracts, and prepare for hearings.

You will collaborate closely with the principal attorney to develop case strategies while maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with Montana license or eligibility for prompt admission.
• Experience in criminal defense, family law, estate planning, or civil litigation preferred.
• Ability to conduct thorough legal research and draft pleadings.
• Strong written and oral communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to deadlines in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to provide legal advice and update on cases.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and contracts.
• Prepare for hearings and assist with trial preparation.
• Manage case files and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with the principal attorney to develop case strategy.

Skills

Legal research

Client communication

Negotiation

Organization

Attention to detail

Hybrid work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal research tools

Office software

Case management systems

Job description

Catlin Law, PLLC in Billings, MT is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney for a hybrid role, handling criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and civil litigation. You will meet with clients, perform legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and contracts, and prepare for hearings.

You will collaborate closely with the principal attorney to develop case strategies while maintaining the highest ethical standards.