Associate Attorney needed for Fargo office

Job Overview: A law firm in Fargo, North Dakota is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its full-service legal team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience and a strong desire to work collaboratively across various practice areas. While experience in drafting briefs, pleadings, and discovery is preferred, it is not required. This is a full-time, in-person position offering the opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a team of dedicated attorneys.

Location:

• Fargo, North Dakota

Duties:

• Work collaboratively with other attorneys in the firm’s existing practice areas
• Draft legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and discovery (preferred, but not required)
• Provide legal support across various practice areas as needed
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Manage case files and assist with case preparation
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and courts regarding case matters

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a practicing attorney
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently
• Self-motivated and proactive approach to legal practice
• Experience in legal drafting preferred, but not required
• Valid Bar license (required)

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the state Bar (required)

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing abilities
• Excellent drafting and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Time management and organizational skills

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance

This law firm provides a wide range of legal services to clients. Its key practice areas include personal injury, business law, family law, criminal law, real estate law, and estate planning. The firm's attorneys are members of the National Trial Lawyers: Top 100, an invite-only organization for premier trial attorneys. The firm's office is located in Fargo, North Dakota.