Litigation Associate

Squire Patton Boggs; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Squire Patton Boggs is seeking a junior to mid-level Associate to join their U.S. offices, particularly in Miami or Cincinnati. The selected candidate will handle various litigation aspects, including drafting pleadings, conducting legal research, managing discovery, and assisting with trials. A JD from an accredited law school, admission to the Florida Bar, and 2-6 years of experience at a top-tier firm are required. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for legal professionals.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of experience at a top-tier firm and/or judicial clerkship.
• Possess a strong academic record.
• Significant and exceptional writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and motions.
• Conduct legal research.
• Argue hearings.
• Manage discovery requests and responses.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Assist with trial preparations and conduct trial.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings and motions

Strong verbal and written communication

Organization skills

Courtroom experience

Healthcare/managed care litigation

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Admission to the Florida Bar

Job description

Squire Patton Boggs is seeking a junior to mid‑level Associate to join any of our U.S. offices, with a particular preference in the Miami or Cincinnati offices. 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.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and motions
• Conduct legal research
• Argue hearings
• Manage discovery requests and responses
• Take and defend depositions
• Assist with trial preparations and conduct trial

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of experience at a top‑tier firm and/or judicial clerkship
• Admission to the Florida Bar
• Possess a JD from an accredited law school and a strong academic record
• Excellent credentials
• Experience with healthcare/managed care litigation (a plus)
• Significant and exceptional writing experience/skills
• Strong legal research, drafting, discovery, and coordination skills
• Excellent research and organizational skills; strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Prior courtroom and deposition experience (preferred but not required)
• Substantial experience managing a commercial lawsuit from start to finish (senior candidates)
• Exceptional academic record (junior candidates)
• Self‑starter ability to prioritize workload, good judgment, and work well under pressure

Benefits

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k), and many other excellent benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.