Senior Associate Attorney, Commercial Litigation

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Performance bonuses

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive leadership culture

Job summary

A mid-sized business law firm in Cleveland is hiring a Commercial Litigation Attorney to join their team. This role requires strong legal writing skills and experience in handling commercial litigation matters. You will draft briefs, manage cases, and lead junior associates in a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and innovation. Competitive compensation and flexible work options are offered.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Demonstrated excellence in legal writing and analysis.
• Substantial experience drafting and editing complex briefs and motions.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of commercial litigation matters.
• Draft complex legal briefs, motions, and memoranda.
• Conduct depositions and represent clients in court.

Skills

Exceptional legal writing skills

Complex legal analysis

Persuasive written advocacy

Client-focused approach

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz is hiring a Commercial Litigation Attorney. Join a dynamic, mid-sized entrepreneurial business law firm with a commitment to collaboration and client success. We foster a supportive environment for our team and value creativity, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence.

Position: Senior Associate Attorney, Commercial Litigation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional legal writing skills and a proven track record of drafting sophisticated legal briefs, written discovery, and memoranda. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who enjoys complex legal analysis, persuasive written advocacy, and managing a diverse commercial litigation caseload.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of commercial litigation matters.
• Lead or contribute to drafting complex legal briefs, motions, and memoranda.
• Conduct depositions, prepare legal documents, and represent clients in court.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to devise strategic litigation plans.
• Engage in discovery and manage case files effectively.
• Stay current with legal trends and best practices in commercial litigation.
• Lead junior associates and contribute to the professional development of the team.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• 4-7 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Demonstrated excellence in legal writing and analysis.
• Substantial experience drafting and editing complex briefs and motions.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach.

What we offer

• A collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment where your expertise is valued.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a growing firm with a broad and diverse client base.
• Competitive compensation package, including performance bonuses and benefits.
• Flexible work options
• Supportive leadership and a team-oriented culture that fosters innovation and creativity.

Why Join Us?

At KJK, you will be part of a collaborative team that values your expertise and offers opportunities for professional growth. As part of our team, you will play a key role in shaping the future of our firm while working on impactful cases that matter.

Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal and Strategy/Planning
• Industries: Law Practice and Legal Services