Junior Civil Litigator - Courtroom-Ready Associate (MT)

State Bar of Montana; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid CLE and professional development

Direct mentorship from experienced t r

Job summary

Orr McDonnell Law, a litigation-focused Montana firm in Missoula, seeks an Associate Attorney with up to three years of experience to grow into skilled civil litigator. You will work directly with seasoned trial attorneys and gain courtroom and client experience from day one.

Unlike many firms, associates receive real responsibility, meaningful client interaction, and opportunities to appear in court, participate in mediations, take depositions, draft dispositive motions, and contribute to trial

Qualifications

• This role requires a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active Montana bar admission.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities are essential.
• Excellent verbal communication and professional presentation are required.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities are important for workflow.
• Professionalism, initiative, and sound judgment are expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of civil litigation, from pleadings to trial preparation.
• Perform legal research, draft motions, briefs, and discovery responses.
• Take and defend depositions and represent clients at hearings.
• Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Interact with clients, staff, and other attorneys to develop case strategy.
• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff on case management.
• Support trial teams in preparation for hearings and trial.
• Contribute to bench and jury trial readiness and strategy.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Verbal communication

Time management

Professionalism

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Orr McDonnell Law, a litigation-focused Montana firm in Missoula, seeks an Associate Attorney with up to three years of experience to grow into skilled civil litigator. You will work directly with seasoned trial attorneys and gain courtroom and client experience from day one.

Unlike many firms, associates receive real responsibility, meaningful client interaction, and opportunities to appear in court, participate in mediations, take depositions, draft dispositive motions, and contribute to trial