NV Associate Attorney

Demler Armstrong & Rowland, LLP; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Demler Armstrong & Rowland, LLP is seeking a Nevada-licensed associate attorney based in Reno for a full-time, hybrid role with a mix of in-office and remote days.

You will draft pleadings, motions and discovery, conduct legal research, prepare case evaluations, and assist supervising partners and clients on general liability and civil litigation from inception through trial or resolution. You will also maintain organized case files and communicate with clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law with experience in civil litigation and trial practice.
• Licensed to practice law in Nevada.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines; capable of independent and collaborative work.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Prepare case evaluations and reports for supervising partners and clients.
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and other proceedings as needed.
• Collaborate with team members and staff; maintain organized case files and deadlines.

Job description

Company Description Demler Armstrong & Rowland, LLP is a litigation and trial firm founded in 1979 in Long Beach, California, with offices in both Northern and Southern California. For more than 45 years, the firm has focused on defending general liability and catastrophic injury lawsuits, construction litigation, insurance coverage disputes, and insurance bad faith claims.

Its attorneys are regularly trusted with high-stakes cases in courtrooms throughout California, providing strategic defense and trial advocacy. The firm offers a professional environment where attorneys can work on complex matters, develop their skills, and contribute to sophisticated litigation strategies.

Role Description

The NV Associate Attorney will work full time in a hybrid capacity based in Reno, NV, with a mix of in-office and work-from-home days.

Daily responsibilities include drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery; conducting legal research and analysis; and preparing case evaluations and reports for supervising partners and clients.

The role involves handling general liability matters and other civil litigation issues, providing legal advice, participating in negotiations, and assisting with case strategy from inception through trial or resolution.

The attorney will attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and other proceedings as needed, collaborate with team members and staff, and maintain organized case files and deadlines while communicating clearly with clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law with experience in civil litigation and trial practice.
• Ability to provide clear, practical legal advice based on thorough analysis and professional judgment.
• Proficiency in legal research, including case law, statutes, and administrative guidance.
• Effective negotiation skills for mediations, settlement discussions, and conflict resolution.
• Active license to practice law in Nevada.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, with attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Capability to manage multiple matters, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Prior litigation experience, clerkships, or relevant internships are preferred but not required.
• Commitment to professional ethics, client service, and continuous learning in a fast-paced environment.