Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Tucson, AZ. The firm specializes in personal injury and wrongful death litigation and values a work environment grounded in courtesy and respect. The ideal candidate will be motivated, proactive, and dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for clients.

Duties

• Draft and file complaints, motions, and other pleadings.
• Handle written discovery and resolve discovery disputes.
• Draft and argue motions in court.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Edit demand letters produced by paralegals.
• Assist with mediation and settlement negotiations.
• Prepare cases for trial and act as second chair when appropriate.
• Communicate directly with clients to provide updates and guidance.
• Supervise and direct paralegals and legal support staff.
• Perform other litigation-related assignments as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active Arizona Bar membership, in good standing.
• One to five years of plaintiff's personal injury litigation experience preferred.
• Alternatively, one to three years of appellate level clerking experience.

Skills

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to advocate effectively for clients' interests.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Familiarity with legal research methodologies and tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work independently while being a collaborative team player.
• Client-focused with high professional and ethical standards.

This law firm provides a range of legal services to clients involved in personal injury matters. Its major practice areas include medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, defective drugs and medical devices, motor vehicle accidents, catastrophic and serious injury, personal injury and wrongful death, and related areas. Its team of attorneys has over 50 years of combined legal experience. The firm's office is located in Tucson, Arizona.