Associate Attorney needed for Davenport office

Job Overview: A law firm in Davenport, IA, is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-3 years of experience in civil litigation, particularly focusing on medical malpractice or professional liability defense. The ideal candidate must possess exceptional writing skills and strong time management abilities.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to medical malpractice and professional liability defense cases.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests/responses.
• Assist in case preparation, including gathering and organizing evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing deposition summaries.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and tactics.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and documentation.
• Handle other legal tasks and assignments as assigned by senior attorneys.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Iowa State Bar, in good standing.
• 1-3 years of experience in civil litigation, focusing on medical malpractice or professional liability defense preferred.
• Strong understanding of civil procedure, evidence, and relevant laws.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Iowa State Bar.

Skills:

• Proficient in legal research and analysis.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.

This full-service law firm provides a broad range of legal services to clients. Its key practice areas include corporate and transactional law, labor and employment law, criminal and regulatory law, intellectual property law, litigation and appeals, mergers and acquisitions, wealth and succession planning, and municipalities. The firm and its attorneys have provided these legal services for over 160 years. Its office is located in Davenport, Iowa.