Overview
A modern, fully distributed law firm is seeking an associate attorney with 5-8 years of experience to join a growing litigation practice. This national, full-service firm offers high-performing attorneys the freedom to shape and grow their practices, own their career paths, and manage direct client relationships without the bureaucracy and overhead typical of traditional Big Law.
Responsibilities
- Handle complex commercial litigation matters independently.
- Manage significant portions of cases, including drafting dispositive motions, managing discovery, taking and defending depositions, preparing witnesses, and supporting trial, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.
- Work on high-stakes, multi-jurisdictional commercial disputes alongside experienced litigators.
- Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues, providing timely updates and practical recommendations.
- Collaborate with a national litigation team on sophisticated business disputes across a wide range of industries.
- Exercise sound judgment and proactively identify issues and solutions without close supervision.
- Manage multiple active matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- 5–8 years of experience handling complex commercial litigation matters.
- Trial experience.
- Good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Comfortable with multi-jurisdictional litigation and cross-border matters beyond breach of contract.
- Experience litigating in federal courts.
- Ability to produce thoughtful, concise, and high-quality work product with strong attention to detail.
- Highly responsive, organized, and able to work independently.
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in business, finance, or other commercially focused disciplines.
- Located in the Central or Eastern Standard time zone.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary ranging from $160,000 to $180,000, based on experience.
- Production bonuses starting at 1250 billed hours annually.
- Origination payouts for matters brought to the firm.
- Health insurance premium contributions.
- Fully remote work environment.
- Career track emphasizing advancement, leadership opportunities, and broad exposure across litigation matters.
Location
This is a fully remote position. Candidates located in the Central or Eastern Standard time zones are preferred.
Additional Information
- The employer complies with federal law requiring verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
- The organization is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, evaluating qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
- The firm emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its hiring and workplace practices.