Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense

Job Overview:
A reputable law firm is seeking an associate attorney with 2-6 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to build their careers in litigation while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The firm offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a reasonable billing requirement. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Nevada or be willing to study for and pass the Nevada Bar Exam. Trial experience, strong academic credentials, and experience on a law review or as a judicial law clerk are preferred but not required.

Location:

• North Las Vegas, NV

Duties:

• Represent clients in litigation matters, particularly in insurance defense

• Draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, and pleadings

• Participate in pre-trial discovery, including depositions and document review

• Attend hearings, depositions, and trials as necessary

• Manage client communications and provide strategic legal advice

• Collaborate with other attorneys and support staff to manage case workload

• Maintain and track case progress, ensuring deadlines are met

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense

• Active license to practice law in Nevada, or willingness to study for and pass the Nevada Bar Exam

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Experience in trial preparation and litigation strategy

• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines effectively

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Willingness to work as part of a collaborative team

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Nevada (or willingness to sit for the Nevada Bar Exam)

Skills:

• Legal research and writing

• Litigation and trial experience

• Insurance defense knowledge (preferred)

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to manage client relationships

• Clear and concise oral and written communication

• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work

Benefits:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Reasonable billing requirements

• Healthy work-life balance encouraged

• Opportunities for career development and growth

This law firm provides a full range of legal services to self-insured, insurers, and businesses in Nevada and Southern Utah. The firm's major practice areas include alternative dispute resolution, transportation law, professional malpractice, insurance coverage and bad faith, construction law, insurance defense, appellate law, and product liability. Its team of attorneys has over 60 years of combined legal experience. Its office is located in North Las Vegas, Nevada.