Oxford Litigation Associate Attorney

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC; Oxford (MS); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Leadership training programs

Casual dress code

Mental health support resources

Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion

Job summary

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC in Oxford, MS is seeking attorneys to join our Litigation team. Remote/hybrid options will be considered after training with the team. Ideal candidates will have 1-5 years of practice experience and hands-on involvement in civil litigation from inception to trial.

We offer competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities. Mississippi bar admission or pending results is required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required.
• Mississippi bar license or pending results.
• 1–5 years of civil litigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, providing thorough reports.
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary.
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants.

Skills

Teamwork

Autonomy

Organizational

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

AI mindset

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Join MGC's Litigation Team in Oxford, MS!

MGC is an industry leading civil litigation firm celebrating 31 years of excellence spanning 22 offices across 12 states.

We are seeking attorneys to join our Litigation team in Oxford. Remote/hybrid options will be considered after training/integration with the team. Ideal candidates will have 1-5 years of practice experience. Our associates are given hands on experience in all phases of civil litigation from case inception to trial, as well as direct client contact. We offer competitive compensation with monthly bonus opportunities. Must be licensed to practice law in Mississippi or have pending Mississippi bar exam results.

What We're Looking For:

• Willingness to learn and work autonomously and within a team structure
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Initiative and the ability to multitask
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment

Mindset geared toward embracing AI to innovate and elevate everyday legal work

Position Overview:

• Membership track with defined benchmarks
• Hybrid work options

Additional Benefits:

• Paid parental leave
• Leadership training programs
• Casual dress code
• Mental health support resources
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, providing thorough reports
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values innovation and a supportive workplace culture, we encourage you to apply to McAngus Goudelock & Courie!

Qualifications

Motivations

Preferred

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Education

Required

Juris Doctorate or better.

Experience

Preferred

1-5 years

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Bar

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