Associate Attorney needed for South Bend office

Job Overview: A law firm in South Bend, IN, is seeking an Associate Attorney to apply legal expertise, sound judgment, and ethical standards to serve clients effectively. The role involves managing caseloads, meeting billable hour goals, producing high-quality written work, and actively participating in community engagement. The ideal candidate will contribute to the firm's strategic efforts, collaborate with colleagues, and demonstrate strong organizational skills.

Duties:

• Apply legal principles and experience to solve problems and provide value for clients.
• Maintain high ethical standards and exercise good judgment in all matters.
• Manage workload and deadlines to achieve annual billable hour goals.
• Write persuasively and tailor work products to suit the audience.
• Synthesize complex information and present it concisely.
• Actively participate in community involvement initiatives.
• Offer ideas and collaborate effectively within the team.
• Demonstrate attentive listening skills.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the firm.
• Proactively manage and enhance performance and productivity.
• Collaborate with and oversee business professionals as part of a team.
• Effectively prioritize and manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Ensure prompt and responsible billing and collection practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Licensed to practice law in Indiana or eligible to become licensed.
• 1-4 years of legal experience, preferably in a law firm setting.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Commitment to maintaining ethical standards and professionalism.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and client service.
• Demonstrated community engagement and networking skills.

This law firm provides a full range of legal services to clients in Indiana and Michigan. Its major practice areas include business growth and tax planning, real estate transactions, federal and state compliance, estate planning and administration, special needs trusts, business acquisitions and sales, and related areas. The firm has been providing these legal services since 1997. Its offices are located in South Bend and Elkhart, Indiana, and Cassopolis, Mississippi.