Litigation Attorney: Path to Partnership & Growth

gpac; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off & firm holidays

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Long-term advancement opportunities

Job summary

gpac has partnered with a Madison law firm seeking a Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join their growing practice. This role offers challenging work, a collaborative environment, and a long-term opportunity with a clear path to partnership.

Experience with trust and estates litigation is ideal but not required; strong civil litigation skills are welcome. Manage matters from strategy to trial and build strong client relationships for ongoing growth.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Wisconsin state bar in good standing.
• 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong civil litigation background; trust/estates preferred but not required.
• Excellent research, writing, negotiation and courtroom advocacy.
• Ability to independently manage a substantial caseload.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and client-focused.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from strategy through resolution.
• Represent clients in trust, estate, probate, and civil litigation.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and related documents.
• Take and defend depositions; participate in mediations and trials.
• Develop litigation strategies tailored to each case.
• Advise clients and keep them informed throughout the process.
• Build lasting client relationships and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Litigation

Communication

Research

Writing

Negotiation

Client relations

Oral advocacy

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

gpac has partnered with a Madison law firm seeking a Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join their growing practice. This role offers challenging work, a collaborative environment, and a long-term opportunity with a clear path to partnership.

Experience with trust and estates litigation is ideal but not required; strong civil litigation skills are welcome. Manage matters from strategy to trial and build strong client relationships for ongoing growth.