Litigation Associate Attorney

Gembala, McLaughlin & Pecora Co., LPA; Sheffield Lake (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gembala McLaughlin & Pecora Co., LPA, a well-established Northern Ohio law firm, seeks an attorney to join its litigation practice. The ideal candidate has 2–6 years of experience across all phases of litigation, including client intake, drafting pleadings, discovery, and trial work.

The role also involves entity formation, transactional and general counsel work, and developing a portable client base. This client-facing position emphasizes collaboration and professional development within the

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of experience in all phases of litigation including client intake, drafting pleadings, discovery, motion practice and trial work.
• Experience in entity formation, transactional and general counsel work.
• Candidate should be client-facing and capable of developing client relationships and a book of business.

Responsibilities

• Manage a wide range of litigation matters from inception to resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other memoranda
• Conduct depositions, discovery, and pre-trial work
• Appear in court and participate in hearings, mediations, and trials
• Manage client communications and case strategy
• Create corporate documents for new and existing business entities
• Prepare transactional documents such as asset purchase agreements and real estate purchase agreements
• Offer guidance as general counsel to clients

Skills

Litigation experience

Client communication

Trial preparation

Job description

Description

Gembala McLaughlin & Pecora is a well-established law firm in Northern Ohio having opened its doors in 1931. We currently have offices in Sheffield Village and Medina. We are a dynamic, client-focused law firm with a reputation for excellence in a variety of areas including complex civil and commercial litigation and commercial and real estate. We represent a diverse range of clients, including national and international companies, mid-sized businesses, and high-net-worth individuals. Our team prides itself on collaboration, integrity, and delivering outstanding results.

We are seeking a highly motivated attorney to join our litigation practice group. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 - 6 years of experience working in all phases of litigation, including client intake, drafting pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial work. Besides traditional litigation, the job entails entity formation, transactional, and general counsel work. Far from a backroom, research-and-writing-only job, this position is client-facing and offers a genuine opportunity to develop and sharpen litigation and trial skills. A portable book of business is encouraged but not required. In addition to serving the firm’s institutional clients, the successful candidate will be expected to build client relationships and develop a client base. Our firm prides itself on supporting the professional development of our attorneys through the development of practice areas and increasing his/her book of business.

Responsibilities

• Manage a wide range of litigation matters from inception to resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other memoranda
• Conduct depositions, discovery, and pre-trial work
• Appear in court and participate in hearings, mediations, and trials
• Manage client communications and case strategy
• Create corporate documents for new and existing business entities
• Prepare transactional documents such as asset purchase agreements, real estate purchase agreements, and membership interest purchase agreements
• Offer guidance as general counsel to public and private sector clients
• Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and legal secretaries on complex litigation

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Bonus opportunities
• 401(k)
• Health, dental, vision, and disability insurance
• Bar dues, attorney registrations, and CLEs
• Professional development support

Requirements

• 2 - 6 years experience