Government Liability/Civil Rights Defense Attorney

Profile

A law firm in Cleveland is seeking a Government Liability/Civil Rights Defense Attorney with 1-3 years of civil litigation practice. The ideal candidate should possess experience with government immunity defenses, excellent research and writing abilities, proficiency in dispositive motion practice, and strong skills in preparing and responding to written discovery. The position also requires the ability to take and defend depositions, communicate with expert witnesses, and develop deep analytical skills for evaluating and resolving complex legal issues. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Duties:

• Handle government liability and civil rights defense cases
• Utilize experience with government immunity defenses
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Manage dispositive motion practice with exceptional analytical skills
• Prepare and respond to written discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Communicate effectively with expert witnesses
• Develop deep analytical skills to evaluate and resolve complex legal issues
• Ensure attention to detail and maintain strong organizational skills

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of civil litigation practice
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction
• Experience with government immunity defenses (preferred)
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy abilities
• Proficiency in dispositive motion practice
• Strong skills in preparing and responding to written discovery
• Ability to take and defend depositions
• Motivated and detail-oriented

Skills:

• Experience with government immunity defenses (advantageous)
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent writing and oral advocacy abilities
• Proficiency in dispositive motion practice
• Effective communication with expert witnesses
• Detail-oriented and organized

Benefits offered:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance benefits
• 401(k) Plan with competitive employer contribution
• Professional financial advisement services
• Hybrid remote working environment

Company info

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