Litigation Associate Attorney - Hybrid, Mentorship & Growth

gpac; Oxford (MS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with firm contribution

Parental leave

PTO and holidays

CLE and development support

Bar dues reimbursement

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Confidential Opportunity in the United States seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney to handle sophisticated civil defense matters and work closely with partners on strategy. The role emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and a long-term career path within a collaborative culture.

Ideal candidates have 2–6+ years of litigation experience, strong legal writing and advocacy skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced practice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice in the applicable jurisdiction (or pending admission).
• 2–6+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Insurance defense or civil litigation experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from intake through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, legal memoranda, and other case-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy.
• Take and defend depositions, attend hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Prepare witnesses and experts for depositions and trial.
• Collaborate with partners on trial preparation and courtroom strategy.
• Communicate regularly with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and experts.
• Maintain organized case files while meeting litigation deadlines.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Case management

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Confidential Opportunity in the United States seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney to handle sophisticated civil defense matters and work closely with partners on strategy. The role emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and a long-term career path within a collaborative culture.

Ideal candidates have 2–6+ years of litigation experience, strong legal writing and advocacy skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced practice.