Associate Attorney needed for Louisville office

A law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their team in Louisville, KY. The Associate Attorney will work collaboratively in a team setting with partners and associates, defending clients in civil cases, including personal injury, professional liability, construction claims, and cases involving contractual and extra-contractual claims against insurance companies.

Job Overview:

• Position: Associate Attorney
• Location: Louisville, KY
• Type: Full-time

Duties:

• Work collaboratively with partners and associates in defending clients in civil cases.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings and trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, and colleagues.
• Manage caseload effectively and efficiently.

Requirements:

• Must be licensed to practice law in Kentucky.
• Dual licensure in Kentucky and Indiana is a plus.
• 1-4 years of litigation experience in civil defense is preferred.
• Strong desire to be an advocate for clients.
• Ability to make clear and concise oral and written arguments.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Kentucky State Bar.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Courtroom representation.
• Client communication.
• Case management.
• Analytical thinking.
• Attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Oral and written advocacy.

This law firm was formed three decades ago and is committed to aggressively defending their clients' legal interests. Their areas of practice include mining, insurance, product liability, transportation, professional negligence, employment law, premises liability, municipal liability, and motor vehicle litigation. The firm is located in Louisville, KY.