Litigation Associate

Arnold Todaro Welch & Foliano; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arnold Todaro Welch & Foliano is seeking a litigation associate attorney in Columbus, OH. The role involves drafting pleadings, motions and discovery, performing legal research, and assisting in case strategy for medical malpractice defense matters.

The ideal candidate has 2–6 years of litigation experience, with strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills. A JD from an accredited school and Ohio bar eligibility are required, and the position is full-time and on-site in Columbus.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of litigation experience including depositions, written discovery, legal research and writing, trial preparation.
• Experience in medical malpractice is preferred.
• Strong analytical, writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Organized and able to manage multiple cases and deadlines collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions and discovery documents.
• Conduct legal research and assist in case strategy development for malpractice defense.
• Manage case files and participate in depositions and witness preparation.
• Communicate with clients and experts; attend hearings and conferences as needed.
• Collaborate with partners to move cases toward resolution or trial.

Skills

Civil litigation

Medical malpractice defense

Legal research

Legal writing

Trial preparation

Client reporting

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active Ohio bar license

Job description

Company Description

Arnold Todaro Welch & Foliano is a highly respected medical malpractice and insurance defense firm representing Ohio’s top hospital systems and healthcare providers. We are seeking a candidate to fill a litigation associate attorney position. The ideal candidate will have 2-6 years of experience in all aspects of litigation (e.g.: depositions, written discovery, legal research and writing, trial preparation, trial presentation, and client reporting). Candidate must be highly motivated and results-oriented, with excellent interpersonal communication, analytical, writing and research skills. Experience in medical malpractice is preferred.

Our firm is committed to achieving the highest quality results on behalf of our clients. We offer a friendly, professional work environment. Competitive salary and benefits provided, commensurate with experience and abilities.

Role Description

The Litigation Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in Columbus, OH. The individual in this position will draft pleadings, motions, and discovery, conduct legal research, and assist in case strategy development for medical malpractice defense matters. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing case files, participating in depositions and witness preparation, and working closely with partners to analyze complex medical and legal issues. The Litigation Associate will attend hearings and court conferences as needed, communicate regularly with clients and experts, and collaborate with the team to advance cases efficiently toward resolution or trial.

Qualifications

• Strong legal foundation with a focus on civil litigation and medical malpractice defense.
• Experience preparing motions, pleadings, and discovery documents with attention to detail and clarity.
• Proficiency in legal research, including case law, statutes, regulations, and medical/legal issues.
• Familiarity with courts, including local, state, and federal court procedures and rules.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in Ohio, or eligibility for prompt admission.
• Strong analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills, with the ability to handle complex and technical subject matter.
• Organized, self-directed work style, with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Prior litigation or clerkship experience, especially in medical malpractice, is preferred but not required.