Real Estate & Commercial Litigator - Associate

Brown Legal Group; Canton (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown Legal Group in Canton, MS seeks an Associate Attorney to handle real estate and/or commercial litigation matters. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, and provide actionable legal advice while assisting in case strategy.

This is a full-time, on-site role requiring regular presence in the office and local courts. The ideal candidate holds a JD from an accredited law school and an active Mississippi license (or eligibility for prompt admission).

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in Mississippi or eligibility for prompt admission.
• Ability to provide practical legal advice, including analyzing issues and counseling clients on risks and options.
• Proficient in legal research using online tools and preparing memoranda and summaries.
• Effective negotiation skills for settlement discussions and client advocacy.
• Strong written and verbal communication, drafting clear documents and presenting arguments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other documents.
• Provide clear legal advice and assist in developing case strategy.
• Manage day-to-day matters and deadlines in litigation or real estate matters.

Skills

Legal advice

Legal research

Negotiation

Written communication

Verbal communication

Professionalism

Client service

Time management

Education

JD from accredited law school

Mississippi bar admission or eligible

Job description

Brown Legal Group in Canton, MS seeks an Associate Attorney to handle real estate and/or commercial litigation matters. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, and provide actionable legal advice while assisting in case strategy.

This is a full-time, on-site role requiring regular presence in the office and local courts. The ideal candidate holds a JD from an accredited law school and an active Mississippi license (or eligibility for prompt admission).