Associate Attorney

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Salary : $110,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us :

We’re a boutique litigation firm based in Birmingham, Alabama, known for handling complex cases with precision and strategic depth. Our practice spans commercial disputes, constitutional challenges, class actions, and appellate advocacy, often involving novel legal issues and sophisticated clients. With a team composed of former judicial clerks and top tier law graduates, we pride ourselves on courtroom excellence, sharp legal writing, and a collaborative culture that values intellectual curiosity and professional growth. If you’re looking to join a firm where your ideas matter and your work shapes precedent, you’ll thrive here.

Why join us?

We’re seeking a driven Associate Attorney with a completed federal or state appellate judicial clerkship to join a high impact litigation team handling complex commercial disputes, constitutional challenges, and appellate advocacy. If you’re ready to transition your analytical precision and writing prowess into real world courtroom strategy, this is where your clerkship becomes your launchpad.

Job Details

Job Details :

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and dedicated Permanent Associate Attorney to join our legal team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled litigator who is looking to take their career to the next level within a fast-paced, highly respected law firm. The successful candidate will be a key player in our litigation team, handling complex legal cases, and providing top-notch legal advice to our diverse clientele.

Responsibilities :

As a Permanent Associate Attorney, your primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to :

1. Representing clients in court and before government agencies, presenting well-prepared, organized, and clear arguments on their behalf.

2. Conducting extensive legal research to support case preparation and legal proceedings.

3. Preparing legal documents such as pleadings, briefs, motions, appeals, contracts, and depositions.

4. Managing all phases of the litigation process from investigation, pleadings, and discovery through pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal.

5. Negotiating settlements to resolve disputes in favor of our clients.

6. Maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions with clients, court personnel, and other parties.

7. Keeping abreast of changes in laws and regulations to ensure compliance and provide accurate legal advice.

8. Participating in business development activities to attract and retain clients.

9. Collaborating with the legal team to develop effective case strategies.

Qualifications :

The ideal candidate for the Permanent Associate Attorney position must possess the following qualifications :

1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

2. Judicial clerkship experience.

3. Admission to the Alabama State Bar and in good standing.

4. Exceptional knowledge of civil litigation procedures, rules of evidence, and local, state, and federal laws.

5. Excellent negotiation, research, and communication skills.

6. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to handle complex legal issues.

7. Ability to manage multiple cases and projects, with a high degree of attention to detail and organization.

8. Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

9. Commitment to uphold the ethics and standards of the legal profession.

This is a remarkable opportunity for an experienced litigator to join a dynamic and collaborative legal team. If you are a dedicated, results-driven individual with a passion for litigation, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your legal career.

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