Associate Attorney

Our law firm has a full-time associate attorney position available now and we’re looking for the right professional to join our team. You will have the opportunity to learn from senior associates and litigation associates on legal issues and will provide legal counsel to existing clients. You’ll also be responsible for performing legal research, drafting documents, and keeping client files up to date. If you’ve successfully completed law school, passed the state bar exam, and are seeking a full-time opportunity to practice law with plenty of room for growth, start your application today!

Responsibilities

• Resolve cases efficiently by using communicating effectively with and working alongside senior attorneys and paralegals
• Organize and maintain files to ensure accuracy for other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients
• Draft documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts to be used proceedings and contract negotiations
• Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of senior associate attorneys
• Conduct in-depth legal research and provide clear, actionable analysis
• Assist in developing and executing case strategy plans
• Draft complex legal documents such as motions, pleadings, orders, memos, and case outlines
• Review and analyze discovery, including identifying gaps and drafting correspondence/motions on discovery disputes
• Communicate with witnesses and gather evidence
• Work with the legal team to move clients' cases forward

Qualifications

• Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the American Bar Association
• Successful completion of the bar exam
• Willingness to learn from senior attorneys to meet client needs and grow client base
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills needed to work with all levels of staff and clients
• Licensed to practice law in West Virginia
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects
• High level of personal accountability and follow-through

Compensation

$75,000 - $90,000 per year (base & bonus)