What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Litigation Attorney—Immediate Opening position at Desper Law Group?
Associate Litigation Attorney sought to join solo practitioner with thriving general practice in Westminster, Maryland. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for the law and a desire to make a difference helping others, we would love to hear from you. You will work with the principal attorney to provide counsel and representation to individuals and businesses in the areas of family law, criminal matters, wills and estate planning, probate, guardianship and adoption, real estate, business, employment law, and personal injury.
Ideal candidate will:
- Assist in all stages of litigation and transactional matters
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
- Draft legal documents, including pleadings, contracts, and correspondence
- Prepare discovery
- Perform document review and analysis
- Organize and maintain case files and documents
- Coordinate and work with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials
The qualified candidate will have:
- Current Maryland bar admission required.
- Strong knowledge of law and legal procedures in Maryland
- Be a highly motivated self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle all aspects of litigation and case management, from inception to settlement or trial
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Have litigation and trial experience. Three (3) plus years of experience preferred, but not mandatory. Any candidate, including newly admitted to the bar, exhibiting a high degree of interest in the litigation process will be considered (will train and mentor the right candidate).
- Experience with office technology
- Reliable transportation and be comfortable with commuting to Westminster
Fulltime position. Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Benefits include paid time off including court holidays, health insurance allowance and retirement plan available. Be part of a team that values good work-life balance and feels like family. Salary will be determined based on experience.
To apply for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter which must include desired starting salary, and at least one writing sample demonstrating your legal research and writing skills to gary@desperlaw.com. If you do not have prior experience as an attorney, also submit your law school transcript. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Are you currently admitted to practice law in Maryland? (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Westminster, MD 21157 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Westminster, MD 21157: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $90,000