Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a litigation associate attorney in Cleveland, OH. This role offers a significant opportunity for professional growth and advancement within a dynamic litigation group. The attorney will handle a diverse range of cases, including property restrictions, contract disputes, and construction defects, with substantial client interaction and public speaking.

Duties

• Manage a high project load and administrative staff.
• Independently handle all assigned cases in a diverse caseload.
• Chair client corporate meetings.
• Manage electronic task lists and billing.
• Advise clients on case status and maintain strong relationships.
• Draft complaints, answers, and conduct discovery.
• Prepare witnesses and handle depositions.
• Engage in motion practice, trial preparation, and conduct trials.
• Perform appellate work as needed.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice law in Ohio.
• 5+ years of litigation experience in real estate, corporate, or contract law, or representing governmental organizations.
• Demonstrated dedication and hard work in prior roles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft operating systems and sophisticated software.
• Availability during business hours, evenings, and weekends for client meetings.
• Excellent personal skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Ohio.

Skills

• Strong project management and administrative skills.
• In-depth legal knowledge and case handling.
• Effective client communication and relationship management.
• Proficiency in legal drafting and trial conduct.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Retirement plan.

This law firm provides a wide variety of legal services exclusively to clients including condominium and homeowners associations in Ohio and Kentucky. Its major practice areas include amendments, collections, construction defects, enforcement, litigation, operations, and meetings. Its team of attorneys is highly experienced in these areas. The firm's offices are located in Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati, Ohio.