Litigation Attorney
- $120,000 - $150,000
- Tupelo, MS
This is a highly sought-after position for an attorney passionate about making a difference in clients’ lives while advancing their career with a leading firm.
A bit about us:
Driven by the knowledge that it’s never too late to turn over a new leaf, Missy returned to her hometown in Mississippi to establish a personal injury law firm that treats clients with respect, dignity, and compassion. Today, our team serves clients across Mississippi, Alabama, and Tennessee, offering a wide range of personal injury legal services.
Why join us?
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Job Details
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Litigation Attorney to join our high-performing legal team. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to demonstrate their litigation skills and expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in courtroom proceedings, mediation, arbitration, and legal research. This role demands a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and organized individual who thrives in a fast-paced, complex legal environment.
Responsibilities:
1. Manage all phases of litigation from initiation to disposition, including drafting pleadings, discovery, pre-trial motions, and trial preparation.
2. Represent the company in all courtroom proceedings, mediation sessions, and arbitration hearings.
3. Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and to stay updated with the latest legal trends and regulations.
4. Collaborate with a team of attorneys to develop the best legal strategy for each case.
5. Negotiate settlements in the best interest of the company, considering all legal and business implications.
6. Provide legal advice and guidance on potential litigation risks, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
7. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing them with clear and concise communication throughout the litigation process.
Qualifications:
1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Must have a valid license to practice law.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a litigation attorney, preferably in the corporate sector.
4. Extensive experience in courtroom proceedings, mediation, and arbitration.
5. Proficiency in conducting thorough legal research.
6. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
8. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Responsibilities:
1. Manage all phases of litigation from initiation to disposition, including drafting pleadings, discovery, pre-trial motions, and trial preparation.
2. Represent the company in all courtroom proceedings, mediation sessions, and arbitration hearings.
3. Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and to stay updated with the latest legal trends and regulations.
4. Collaborate with a team of attorneys to develop the best legal strategy for each case.
5. Negotiate settlements in the best interest of the company, considering all legal and business implications.
6. Provide legal advice and guidance on potential litigation risks, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
7. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing them with clear and concise communication throughout the litigation process.
Qualifications:
1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Must have a valid license to practice law.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a litigation attorney, preferably in the corporate sector.
4. Extensive experience in courtroom proceedings, mediation, and arbitration.
5. Proficiency in conducting thorough legal research.
6. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
8. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.