Litigation Associate Attorney

LeoForce; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Professional development / CLE support

Bar dues and licensing fees paid

Job summary

LeoForce in Birmingham, AL, is seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate Attorney to handle all phases of litigation, including court hearings, depositions, and trials. The role focuses on complex commercial matters such as contract disputes and business dissolutions with heavy discovery and briefing responsibilities.

Ideal candidates will have a JD, at least five years of litigation experience, and admission to the Alabama bar.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a litigation attorney focused on contract disputes and business litigation.
• Admission to the Alabama state bar.
• Experience in trial practice, depositions, and discovery.
• Excellent negotiation, research, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage high-volume caseloads under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Commitment to professional development and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all phases of litigation, including hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Handle complex commercial matters including contract disputes and business dissolutions.
• Conduct thorough discovery to gather necessary information and evidence.
• Prepare and deliver persuasive arguments for depositions and court proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents clearly.
• Explain complex legal concepts and strategies to clients.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys, paralegals, and others to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Negotiation

Research

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organization

Legal ethics

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Litigation Associate Attorney

Birmingham, AL, US

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $125,000 - $200,000 per year

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in all phases of litigation, including court hearings, depositions, and trials.


• Handle a wide range of complex commercial litigation matters including contract disputes, business dissolutions, and various other business litigation matters.


• Conduct thorough and detailed discovery processes to gather necessary information and evidence for each case.


• Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and persuasive arguments and presentations for depositions, court hearings, and trials.


• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents in a clear and effective manner.


• Provide sound legal advice to clients, explaining complex legal concepts and strategies in an understandable way.


• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.


• Collaborate effectively with a team of attorneys, paralegals, and other legal professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.


• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a litigation attorney, with a focus on contract disputes, business dissolutions, and business litigation.


• Admission to the Alabama (AL) state bar.


• Proven experience in trial practice, courts, depositions, and discovery.


• Exceptional negotiation, research, and communication skills.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.


• Ability to handle a high volume of cases and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.


• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.


• Strong commitment to professional development and continuous learning.


• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

A bit about us:

We are seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented, and experienced Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will be able to handle a file and have a strong background in managing all phases of litigation from inception to resolution, including complex contract disputes, business dissolutions, and business litigation.

Why join us?

• Medical Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• 401(k) with match


• Professional development / CLE support


• Bar dues and licensing fees paid