Associate Attorney - Litigation and Administrative Law

The

Associate Attorney

achieves resolution of client issues through routine negotiation and/or litigation requiring fundamental legal knowledge and experience, and practices other phases of law on various assignments of increasing complexity.

Acts with the highest ethical standards both as a legal professional and as a member of the Firm
Actively promotes professionalism, collegiality and diversity within and outside the Firm
Directly and indirectly contributes to the financial success of the Firm
Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external clients
Possesses strong organizational, writing, and analytical skills
Represents clients at legal, administrative and other proceedings as assigned
Researches and interprets laws, rulings, and regulations and formulates legal opinions for review
Identifies causes of action and prepares lawsuits based upon an investigation of facts and applicable laws and procedures
Interviews clients and witnesses in preparation for legal proceedings
Reviews, drafts, and/or dictates legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents
Acts in compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations
Represents and promotes the firm within the community and at public, social, and business gatherings as appropriate
Negotiates with individuals to achieve final resolution of cases, arrange legal settlements, and resolve routine issues, as assigned
Complete all required training applicable to this position
and 0-2 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively, and discretely, to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables
Knowledge of relevant laws, legal codes, legal/court procedures, precedents, and government regulations, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (F.and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations, and processes and documents specific to assigned specialty area; electronic legal research tools such as LexisNexis; ability to interpret and apply legal principles and procedures and develop effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, and court systems
Must hold a current, valid Ohio license to practice law
Must practice according to the rules of professional conduct and ethical standards as required by the attorney’s licensing state
Paid Time Off (PTO) - 21 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays
Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more. Fun participation in community involvement initiatives, office parties, and competitions
Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires constant use of hands and fingers for typing and operating a computer and other office equipment. The employee must possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and verbally. Close visual acuity is needed to read, analyze data, and view a computer terminal for extended periods.
This position operates in a professional office environment.