Litigation Attorney

Ziemer Stayman Weitzel & Shoulders, LLP; Evansville (IN); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ziemer Stayman Weitzel & Shoulders, LLP, a well-established Evansville, Indiana law firm, is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 1–7 years of experience for a full-time, on-site role in Evansville. The firm serves Midwest clients across business, governmental and individual matters, offering hands-on litigation exposure and opportunities for client interaction.

The role emphasizes managing cases from intake to resolution, strong research and writing, and collaboration with senior

Qualifications

• 1–7 years of litigation experience, preferably in civil or commercial matters.
• JD from an accredited law school and admission to the Indiana Bar, or eligibility for admission.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, meet deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively.

Responsabilités

• Managing litigation matters from initial evaluation through resolution.
• Conducting legal research and drafting pleadings and motions.
• Handling discovery, taking and defending depositions, and negotiating settlements.
• Representing clients in hearings, mediations, and trials; collaborating with experienced attorneys.

Connaissances

Legal research

Writing skills

Communication skills

Formation

Juris Doctor (JD)

Indiana Bar admission

Description du poste

Litigation Associate Attorney (1–7 Years of Experience)

Company Description

Ziemer, Stayman, Weitzel & Shoulders, LLP is a well-established law firm based in Evansville, Indiana, serving clients throughout the Midwest. The firm provides comprehensive legal services to businesses, individuals, governmental entities, and institutions across a wide range of practice areas. Our attorneys are trusted advisors and experienced advocates, delivering practical, results-oriented legal counsel and representation. We offer a collaborative and professional environment with opportunities for meaningful client interaction, professional growth, and hands-on litigation experience.

Role Description

We are seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 1–7 years of experience to join our litigation practice. This is a full-time, on-site position in Evansville, Indiana.

Our litigation attorneys represent a diverse range of clients in state and federal courts throughout the Midwest, handling a broad spectrum of civil and commercial litigation matters. The position offers substantial opportunities to develop litigation skills, assume meaningful case responsibility, and work directly with clients.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include managing litigation matters from initial evaluation through resolution, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, handling discovery, taking and defending depositions, negotiating settlements, and representing clients in hearings, mediations, and trials. The associate will work collaboratively with experienced attorneys while developing the ability to independently manage cases and client relationships.

Qualifications

• 1–7 years of litigation experience, preferably in civil or commercial litigation.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to the Indiana Bar, or eligibility for admission.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Experience with pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and courtroom advocacy.
• Sound professional judgment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to excellent client service.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Experience representing businesses, individuals, or governmental entities is beneficial.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience, a collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional development and advancement. Associates benefit from working on a diverse range of sophisticated matters while gaining meaningful litigation and courtroom experience.