What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Associate position at Highspeed Staffing?
Position : Litigation Associate
Location : Cleveland, Ohio
Duration : Full-Time
Salary : DOE
Description
The client is a full-service law firm offering services in more than a dozen practice areas. The firm is seeking a litigation attorney to join our Cleveland, Ohio office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney to hone their litigation skills in a culture that values collaboration and hard work. Candidates must be licensed in Ohio.
Job Overview :
The ideal candidate would be a highly motivated and detail-oriented Litigation Associate with 3-8 years prior experience in commercial litigation. He or she will have a strong background in litigation, excellent analytical and writing skills, and a passion for advocating on behalf of clients. As an Associate, you will assist in all aspects of litigation, including case preparation, discovery, drafting, depositions, trial preparation, and client communication. This position offers a great opportunity for career growth in a collaborative and challenging environment.
Key Responsibilities :
- Assist in the development and implementation of case strategies from inception to resolution.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, answers, discovery requests, as well as participating in the development of a strategy for written and deposition discovery and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies and litigation tactics.
- Represent clients in hearings, depositions, and settlement negotiations.
- Manage discovery, including preparing and responding to document requests, subpoenas, and interrogatories.
- Review and summarize case files, deposition transcripts, and other materials.
- Participate in trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibits, and case organization.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys to provide strategic guidance to clients.
- Attend court hearings, pretrial conferences, and trials as needed.
- Maintain accurate records and case documentation, ensuring compliance with deadlines and legal procedures.
- Stay updated on legal developments, trends, and case law relevant to the practice areas.
- Federal court experience is a plus.
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