General Liability Associate Attorney

A law firm in Ridgeland, MS, is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney with exceptional writing, research, and litigation skills to join their team. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced attorneys and staff members, handling a variety of civil litigation matters with an emphasis on insurance defense.

Job Details:

• Conduct file review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action.
• Perform extensive legal research and draft substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs.
• Maintain an annual billable amount of 1950 hours.
• Represent clients in court, arbitrations, and depositions regularly.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Retain and collaborate with expert witnesses.
• Prepare for and attend trials, including trial preparation and attendance.
• May require some travel.
• Handle civil cases from beginning to end.
• Take and defend depositions, including 30(b)(6) and expert depositions.
• Draft and argue substantive motions and attend hearings and trials.
• Participate in negotiations and mediations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-approved law school.
• Admitted to practice in the state of Mississippi; admission in other states is a plus.
• 2-5 years of civil litigation experience with a focus on insurance defense.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong research abilities and written and oral communication skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Healthcare and retirement benefits.
• Employee wellness program.
• Mentoring program.
• Charitable matching program.