Nevada Defense Litigation Associate - Civil Trial Ready

Litchfield Cavo LLP; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Litchfield Cavo LLP in Las Vegas seeks an Associate Attorney with 3–8 years of experience in general liability defense. The candidate must be licensed to practice in Nevada and capable of handling a substantial civil defense caseload.

This opportunity offers exposure to nationwide clients, collaborative firm culture, and a forward-thinking approach with strong trial support and professional development. The successful attorney will draft pleadings, manage discovery, prepare for depositions, and

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Nevada
• 3–8 years of experience in general liability defense
• Trial experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda
• Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions
• Conduct legal research competently and with proficiency
• Prepare and take depositions of parties, experts and witnesses
• Review client documents, draft case evaluations and timely status report correspondence
• Assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances including arbitration and trial
• Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Legal research

Written communication

Attention to detail

Case management

State & federal procedures

Tech proficiency

Job description

Litchfield Cavo LLP in Las Vegas seeks an Associate Attorney with 3–8 years of experience in general liability defense. The candidate must be licensed to practice in Nevada and capable of handling a substantial civil defense caseload.

This opportunity offers exposure to nationwide clients, collaborative firm culture, and a forward-thinking approach with strong trial support and professional development. The successful attorney will draft pleadings, manage discovery, prepare for depositions, and