Associate Attorney Litigation

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Little Rock, Arkansas, office as part of a regional litigation team. The successful candidate will handle civil litigation matters with emphasis on financial services disputes, debtor-creditor and collection actions, and bankruptcy proceedings, managing cases with a combination of independence and collaboration under partner supervision.

Duties

• Conduct detailed legal research to inform case strategy and support motion practice

• Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and memoranda in civil litigation and bankruptcy matters

• Develop litigation strategies and participate in hearings, status conferences, and client meetings

• Manage all aspects of case progression, including drafting responses, coordinating document production, and preparing for trials or hearings

• Communicate regularly with clients to provide updates on case status, strategy, and next steps

• Collaborate with partners and colleagues across offices to leverage firm resources and expertise

• Assist in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute‐resolution processes

• Maintain organized file management, ensuring compliance with court deadlines and firm procedures

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

• Admission to the Arkansas Bar (or eligibility to gain admission within one year of hire)

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in civil litigation; familiarity with financial services, debtor-creditor, collections, or commercial litigation preferred

• Proficiency in legal research platforms (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) and drafting precise legal documents

• Demonstrated ability to manage workloads independently while keeping partners and staff informed

• Strong written and oral communication skills with a clear, organized style

• Capacity to work respectfully and productively in a team‐oriented environment

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited institution

• Preferred: judicial clerkship experience or law review participation

Certifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Arkansas Bar (or eligibility within one year of hire)

Skills

• Advanced legal research and analytical capabilities to support case development

• Expertise in drafting litigation documents—pleadings, motions, and briefs—with attention to detail

• Effective oral advocacy skills for hearings, depositions, and client counseling

• Strong organizational aptitude to balance multiple matters and meet strict deadlines

• Ability to collaborate across offices and practice areas to serve client needs holistically

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans

• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options

• Fertility coverage assistance and adoption/surrogacy financial support

• Nine paid holidays and flexible paid vacation leave

• Paid sick leave accrual at one hour per 30 hours worked

• Paid parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and military leave

• Profit-sharing and 401(k) retirement benefits with discretionary bonuses

• Employee Assistance Program, back-up care, and domestic partner benefits

• Commuter benefits and technology allowance

The Arkansas law office staffs nineteen practiced attorneys. They represent clients regionally and all over the country as well. There are seven areas of practice. A number of their practice disciplines consist of corporate, public finance, litigation, real estate, tax-estate planning, health care, and labor-employment law. Nasdaq-listed companies, NYSE-listed companies, privately owned businesses, insurance companies, and various employers are typical clients represented at the Arkansas law practice.