Litigation Associate Attorney (Healthcare)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney to join its team in Covington, Kentucky. This full-time, entry-level position involves general litigation work, primarily within the healthcare practice area.

Duties

• Draft and prepare legal briefs and pleadings.
• Work with clients in the preparation of discovery responses.
• Prepare and argue motions.
• Perform legal research and writing.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare trial materials and assist at pretrial, trial, and post-trial proceedings.
• Multi-task, meet deadlines, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Independently manage cases.
• Handle various aspects of litigation, such as motion hearings, mediations, and depositions.
• Respond to administrative charges.
• Collaborate with partners and other associates to develop and implement case strategy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 0 to 4 years of experience practicing civil litigation in state and federal courts.
• Excellent drafting, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Outstanding academic record and civil litigation experience, strongly preferred.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Kentucky.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Kentucky.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Pet insurance and pet discount program.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Generous holiday schedule.

This firm has over 55 years of experience and 2 offices in Ohio and Kentucky. Thirty-nine qualified attorneys are staffed at the firm. There are ten practice groups such as administrative law-zoning, business organizations-taxation, civil litigation and technology. Community outreach endeavors are supported during the year. Attorneys at the firm are recipients of top honors from industry publications.