Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Westerville, Ohio (Hybrid) to join their team. The ideal candidate will focus on building a practice in a new geographic or practice area, contributing to the firm's growth and delivering high-quality legal representation.

Duties

• Represent clients in specific geographical or practice areas with team support.
• Project service value, estimate fees, and build matter budgets.
• Communicate financial obligations and maintain client funds.
• Manage hearings, trials, and client conferences effectively.
• Oversee legal matters with a paralegal team, ensuring thorough documentation.
• Negotiate and resolve disputes through various methods.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary professionals to advance client matters.
• Engage in networking and community involvement for business development.

Requirements

• JD and admission to the Ohio Bar (Required).
• Minimum 3-5 years of litigation experience.
• Strong leadership and time management skills.
• Proven track record in network building and business development.
• Ability to manage high-stress situations and organize a legal practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with case management systems and remote collaboration tools.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for hearings and trials.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD)

Certifications

• Admission to the Ohio Bar

Skills

• Client advocacy and case management
• Negotiation and dispute resolution
• Cross-disciplinary collaboration
• Strategic growth and business development

Benefits

• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Paid disability insurance
• 401k with up to 4% match
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Paid holidays and school visitation
• Paid bereavement leave and jury duty
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid professional development and CLE
• Paid travel and mileage

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306