Remote-First Junior Attorney: Mentorship & Growth Path

O'Flaherty Law Group; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

15 days PTO

Flexible schedule

Mentorship and training

Job summary

O'Flaherty Law Group in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Junior Attorney (0–3 years) to join our growing practice handling criminal defense, family law, and civil litigation across Iowa. This remote-first role includes local court appearances as needed and hands-on mentorship from experienced attorneys.

You will assist with cases, draft pleadings, and build litigation skills while gradually taking ownership and working toward independent case management.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Iowa or awaiting bar results.
• Strong interest in criminal, family, or civil litigation.
• Willingness to learn and grow under mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and gradually take ownership of cases in criminal, family, and civil matters.
• Attend court with guidance and support.
• Draft pleadings, communicate with clients, and build litigation skills.
• Grow into independent case management.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Client communication

Case management

Education

Licensed to practice law in Iowa or awaiting bar results

Job description

O'Flaherty Law Group in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Junior Attorney (0–3 years) to join our growing practice handling criminal defense, family law, and civil litigation across Iowa. This remote-first role includes local court appearances as needed and hands-on mentorship from experienced attorneys.

You will assist with cases, draft pleadings, and build litigation skills while gradually taking ownership and working toward independent case management.