Litigation Associate

Squire Patton Boggs; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 222,500 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Squire Patton Boggs seeks a junior to mid-level Litigation Associate for its Cleveland office. This role involves handling various aspects of litigation including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and assisting with trial preparations.

Qualifications include 2-6 years of experience, admission to the Ohio Bar, and a JD from an accredited law school. The salary range is competitive at $222,500-$260,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of experience at a top-tier firm or judicial clerkship.
• Strong academic record and excellent credentials.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and motions for litigation.
• Manage discovery requests and responses.
• Assist with trial preparations.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Exceptional writing

Communication skills

Courtroom experience

Education

JD from accredited law school

Admission to Ohio Bar

Job description

Litigation Associate

Squire Patton Boggs is seeking a junior to mid-level Litigation Associate to join our Cleveland office. Experience with healthcare/managed care litigation is a plus but not required. The individual hired for this position will be responsible for handling most aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings and motions; legal research; arguing hearings; managing discovery requests and responses; taking and defending depositions; and assisting with trial preparations and trial.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• 2-6 years of experience at a top-tier firm and/or judicial clerkship
• Admission to the Ohio Bar
• Possess a JD from an accredited law school and a strong academic record
• Excellent credentials

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Experience with healthcare/managed care litigation a plus, but not a requirement
• Significant and exceptional writing experience/skills
• Legal research, drafting legal documents, conducting discovery, coordinating with local counsel, and generally defending against litigation
• Excellent research and organizational skills; strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Courtroom and deposition experience preferred but not required
• More senior candidates should have substantial experience managing the various aspects of a commercial lawsuit from start to finish. More junior candidates should have an exceptional academic record
• Must be a self-starter, have the ability to prioritize workload, display good judgment, and work well under pressure

Application Process

In order to be considered for a position at Squire Patton Boggs, you must formally apply online. Resumes should be accompanied by an unofficial law school transcript and a recent writing sample that reflects your own work in advocating on a client's behalf.

The salary range for this position is $222,500-$260,000 per year and is dependent on skills and experience. We offer a professional and friendly work environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits.

We also consider qualified applicants for employment with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws.

We are not accepting third party submissions.

About Squire Patton Boggs

Squire Patton Boggs is a full-service global law firm providing insight at the point where law, business and government meet, giving you a voice, supporting your ambitions and achieving successful outcomes. With over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four continents, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America.

Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.