Commercial Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a commercial litigation associate attorney to join its Birmingham, Alabama office. The position involves a diverse commercial litigation practice, focusing on business disputes, real estate and construction matters, and complex contract litigation.

Duties

• Represent regional and national clients in breach-of-contract, business-tort, and shareholder/partnership disputes.
• Handle real estate litigation involving lease enforcement, collections, title and boundary disputes, and property-rights issues.
• Manage construction-related matters, including defect claims, project-delay issues, and storm-water/surface-water disputes.
• Engage in commercial transactions and workouts requiring strategic litigation planning or pre-suit resolution.
• Conduct creditors' rights, foreclosure, and enforcement proceedings.
• Provide general business counseling and risk mitigation for corporate and real-estate clients.
• Draft motions and pleadings, manage discovery, conduct depositions, prepare witnesses, and support trials and arbitrations in state and federal courts.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in commercial, real-estate, or construction matters.
• Alabama Bar admission or immediate eligibility for admission.
• Strong analytical, writing, and oral-advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Sound judgment and professionalism in client interactions and strategic decision-making.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the Alabama State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship.
• A collaborative and collegial work environment.

This Alabama-based law firm was formed over 10 years ago. A fairly large group of competent attorneys practice in the areas of business, litigation and tax. Practice disciplines are wide-ranging such as business planning-organization, alternative dispute resolution and tax. Diversity in the labor force is endorsed at the firm. The legal practice has received a variety of rave reviews over the years. The attorneys support charitable endeavors as well.