Senior Attorney

Overview

The organization is seeking a Senior Attorney to join the team in its Tempe, Arizona, United States office. This is a full-time position, with an immediate start date.

• Remote/Telecommute: Yes
• Sponsor Visa: No

Responsibilities

• Manage high-volume litigation, including:
  • Trial preparation and development of pre-trial strategies (witness and evidence preparation)
  • Drafting and responding to discovery, preparing for depositions, and preparing trial memoranda
  • Orally examining fact and expert witnesses under oath to gather information for a case
  • Representing clients during depositions by preparing them, making objections, and guiding testimony
  • Prosecute trials, including direct and cross examination, and oral argument on admissibility of evidence and testimony
• Prepare and argue summary judgment motions, discovery dispute motions, and other motion practice, including handling unique/novel/complex legal issues
• Attend hearings virtually or in person
• Conduct legal research and prepare accurate analyses of the state of the law
• Advise clients on legal options and negotiate settlements with opposing parties
• Review litigation case files and pleadings to determine appropriate action
• Review, sign, and finalize pleadings as prepared by staff
• Analyze assigned inventory reports, communicate analysis to the managing attorney and/or office manager, and take appropriate action
• Mentor associate attorneys, including case review, preparing oral argument, and reviewing associate attorney work product
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with team members and outside parties
• Use internal proprietary software to update and document account status in the assigned inventory
• Comply with all client and firm standard operating procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Admitted to practice law and in good standing in Arizona
• Minimum three (3) years in a relevant high-volume litigation environment
• Experience handling all phases of highly contested lawsuits, from trial preparation to negotiations with opposing parties
• Minimum three (3) years handling a robust caseload from inception to resolution
• Experience taking and defending depositions
• Excellent verbal and written advocacy
• Comprehensive understanding of litigation, client, and collections operations
• Willingness and ability to mentor associate attorneys
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to read and comprehend position-specific documents and correspondence (which may be voluminous)
• Ability to communicate in a common language with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing
• Ability to travel occasionally when needed by the most efficient means of transportation
• Ability to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device
• Ability to complete a minimum of a 40-hour flexible workweek schedule

Physical Qualifications

• Ability to lift five pounds or greater
• Ability to sit 90% of the workday at times
• Ability to bend at the waist and be mobile when needed
• Ability to concentrate and use critical thinking

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $110,000–$125,000 per year, plus applicable bonus
• Benefits include:
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Compensated time off
  • Paid holidays
  • 401(k) with match

Additional Information

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for the position. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.
• Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided.
• Each posted position will be active for at least five (5) business days, during which time all qualified and eligible employees can apply.
• No phone calls, no agencies.