Litigation Attorney

NACBA; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Hawkins Melendrez P.C., a boutique law firm in Summerlin, Las Vegas, seeks a talented Litigation Attorney to join our accomplished team. You will handle a broad spectrum of cases, from contract disputes to personal injury, with opportunities for growth through trial and appeal.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience in several litigation areas, Nevada State Bar in good standing, strong analytical and communication skills, and a passion for achieving favorable outcomes for clients.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in litigation-related areas.
• Experience in premises liability, wrongful death, personal injury, auto/products liability, and healthcare malpractice.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad spectrum of cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings and motions.
• Appear at hearings and trials; manage discovery.
• Represent clients in litigation and business matters; collaborate with partners.

Skills

Premises liability

Wrongful death

Personal injury

Auto/Products liability

Healthcare malpractice

Litigation management

Drafting pleadings

Legal research

Court appearances

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Education

Nevada Bar admission

Job description

Hawkins Melendrez P.C., a boutique law firm located in the heart of Summerlin, Las Vegas Nevada, is seeking a talented Litigation Attorney to join our accomplished team.

We pride ourselves on our commitment, innovation, and unwavering dedication to meeting our clients’ legal needs. With a strong foothold in the Las Vegas legal community, we have built a solid reputation for delivering exceptional and effective legal strategies and services across various practice areas. As a member of Hawkins Melendrez, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, businesses, and organizations, and contribute to ours and their success.

Position Overview:

As a member of our firm, you will handle a broad spectrum of cases, including contract disputes, wrongful death, personal injury, commercial disputes, insurance defense, and more. From inception to resolution, you will be responsible for conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, appearing at hearings and trial, managing discovery, and representing clients in all facets of litigation and business needs. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth, as you will collaborate closely with experienced partners and take on challenging cases through trial and appeal.

Requirements

• At least two (2) years of experience in some or all of the following substantive areas:


• Premises liability;


• Wrongful death and personal injury litigation;


• Auto or products liability;


• Healthcare/medical malpractice litigation;


• Managing a litigation caseload;


• Drafting legal documents, such as pleadings, motions and written discovery;


• Conducting legal research


• Appearance at hearings, depositions and trials;


• Strong analytical, research and writing skills;


• Strong communication skills, including with clients, team and partners and providing timely reporting and appearances in court;


• Active member of the Nevada State Bar, in good standing;


• Experience in the courtroom and taking depositions; trial experience, a plus;


• Ability to manage a caseload independently, while also working collaboratively with team members;


• Client-focused mindset and a passion for achieving successful outcomes.

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• Health/Dental/Vision insurance


• Paid Time Off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, in office position.