Litigation Associate: Independent Civil & Employment Matters

Perez & Morris LLC; Columbus (OH); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Perez Morris is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate to support our expanding practice. The role may be based in our Columbus or Toledo, Ohio office and focuses on commercial and employment litigation.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of civil litigation experience and an active Ohio Bar license, with the ability to independently manage a diverse caseload, work collaboratively with the team, and develop client relationships.

Qualifications

• Associate with 2-4 years of experience handling civil litigation matters.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license in good standing with the Ohio Bar.
• Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure cases and manage complex litigation matters.
• Commitment to client service and ethical legal practice.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong writing and legal research skills, and a strong work ethic.
• Entrepreneurial growth mindset for client development and practice management.
• Values collaboration and diverse perspectives and can work with a team to creatively solve problems.

Responsabilités

• Independently manage an assigned case load of complex litigation matters from inception through resolution, meeting deadlines while maintaining high standards of the legal practice.
• Appear regularly in court conferences, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
• Lead all aspects of litigation strategy, including drafting pleadings, drafting and responding to written discovery, preparing motions, negotiating settlements, and preparing witnesses for trial.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing regular case updates, strategic assessments, and litigation plans throughout the matter lifecycle.
• Provide sound legal advice and strategic counsel to clients at all stages of the litigation process.

Connaissances

Civil litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Attention to detail

Client service

Team collaboration

Ethical practice

Formation

J.D.

Description du poste

Perez Morris is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate to support our expanding practice. The role may be based in our Columbus or Toledo, Ohio office and focuses on commercial and employment litigation.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of civil litigation experience and an active Ohio Bar license, with the ability to independently manage a diverse caseload, work collaboratively with the team, and develop client relationships.