Remote/Hybrid Associate Attorney – Litigation & Strategy

Chartwell Law; Ridgeland (MS); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwell Law is seeking an Associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic legal counsel and representation in court, arbitrations, and depositions. The role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, with a 1,950-hour annual billable requirement.

The position may be remote, hybrid, or fully in-office, depending on role and location; Mississippi/ Ridgeland area preferred. J.D.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in state (required).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a practice group.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action.
• Extensive legal research and drafting of substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs.
• Regularly representing clients in court, at arbitrations and in depositions.
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Expert witness retention and collaboration.
• Trial preparation and attendance.
• Collaborate closely with partners, clients, and stakeholders to deliver strategic and practical legal advice.
• Manage deadlines and assignments with a high level of ownership and independence.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Communication

Client relations

Planning & priority setting

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Chartwell Law is seeking an Associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic legal counsel and representation in court, arbitrations, and depositions. The role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, with a 1,950-hour annual billable requirement.

The position may be remote, hybrid, or fully in-office, depending on role and location; Mississippi/ Ridgeland area preferred. J.D.