Associate Attorney needed for Las Vegas office

Job Overview:
A boutique litigation firm in Las Vegas is seeking a driven and ambitious Associate Attorney with 2–5 years of experience to join its high-performing team. This position provides significant opportunities for hands-on training, early deposition and hearing experience, and rapid professional advancement based on merit. Ideal for a motivated self-starter aiming to build a career as a trial attorney, the role offers direct client contact and the chance to work on complex commercial and professional litigation matters.

Location:

• Las Vegas, Nevada

Duties:

• Assist in the representation of clients in commercial and professional litigation cases

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and memoranda

• Participate in depositions, hearings, and case strategy meetings early in tenure

• Engage in regular client interaction and communications

• Prepare for and support litigation at all stages, from case intake through trial

• Collaborate with experienced trial attorneys and contribute to team success

Requirements:

• 2–5 years of litigation experience

• Strong academic credentials (Top 25% of graduating law school class preferred)

• Ability to manage responsibilities with minimal supervision

• In-office availability and commitment to a hands-on practice model

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active and in good standing with the Nevada State Bar

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and writing skills

• Strong oral advocacy and courtroom readiness

• Strategic thinking and analytical ability

• Ability to interact confidently with clients and colleagues

• Highly organized with attention to detail

• Motivated, self-directed, and eager to advance in a litigation practice

Benefits:

• Fast-track career growth based on performance, not tenure

• Early exposure to depositions, hearings, and trial preparation

• Significant client contact and case responsibility from the outset

The law firm is one of the first boutique commercial/professional litigation firms in the Southwest. Its practice areas include Business Torts, Anti Trust, Securities Fraud, Civil RICO, Intellectual Property, Class Actions, Shareholder Derivative Suits, Products Liability, Banking/Credit Industry, and professional liability defense. The firm is located in Las Vegas, Nevada.