Litigation Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Lincoln, NE, is seeking a Litigation Attorney with experience in managing a caseload, negotiating settlements, and effectively communicating with clients and colleagues. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties:

• Prepare discovery and respond to requests (admissions, disclosures, interrogatories, orders, etc.).
• Attend and manage hearings, mediations, depositions, settlement conferences, and court proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Effectively communicate with clients and managing attorney(s) to understand client goals.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel.
• Analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and research case law, statutes, regulations, and documents impacting clients.
• Communicate clearly and logically (orally and in writing) with regulatory agencies, courts, counsel, clients, and managing attorneys.
• Handle complex problems utilizing initiative, creativity, and sound professional judgment.
• Work both independently and as a contributing team member.
• Manage a caseload and meet deadlines.
• Manage and develop relationships with clients.
• Mentor support staff.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School.
• 3+ years of Litigation experience preferred.

Skills:

• Extremely detail-oriented with demonstrated ability to multitask.
• Strong organizational, communication, delegation, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize while meeting deadlines and demonstrating reliability and efficiency.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Desire to always be learning and improving.
• Timely and efficient work product while setting tasks/goals and following through to achieve the highest level of completion.
• Ability to manage caseload and work independently.