Senior Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Senior Associate Attorney in Las Vegas, NV. This full-time position offers a remote work model, with occasional onsite work required. The role involves managing civil litigation defense efforts, including drafting motions, attending court trials, and providing legal counsel.

Duties

• Prepare and file motions, pleadings, and discovery.
• Represent clients in trials, arbitrations, depositions, and mediations.
• Update clients and/or their insurers.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients.
• Manage day-to-day litigation tasks.
• Meet and maintain annual firm billable requirements monthly.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in law and civil litigation procedures.
• Proven track record of drafting and arguing motions.
• Ability to effectively navigate the court system.
• Experience in trial preparation and courtroom representation.
• Skilled in conducting depositions and witness examinations.
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Active member of the Nevada State Bar.
• Prior experience in construction or casualty claims is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active membership in the Nevada State Bar.

Skills

• Superior written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Collaborative work environment with firm partners.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Excellent work-life balance.
• Hybrid, remote, or in-office work models.
• Generous paid leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending plan.
• 401K with employer match.

This civil litigation law firm provides a broad range of legal services to clients including insurance companies, developers, corporations, large institutions, and general contractors. Its major practices include construction defect litigation, product liability, personal injury, premises liability, insurance defense, and auto accidents. The firm's offices are located throughout the western United States including Los Angeles, California, and Las Vegas, Nevada.