Civil Litigation Attorney

Adams & Martin Group is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate with 1 years of experience for a top law firm offering extensive courtroom experience and hands-on litigation exposure. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who is eager to appear in court regularly and gain broad experience across all aspects of contested civil litigation.

In this role, the associate will appear in court a minimum of three days per week and will be responsible for managing a contested litigation caseload from inception through resolution. Duties include reviewing new claims placed with the firm to ensure compliance with client directives and legal requirements, reviewing and approving pleadings prior to filing, and occasionally drafting motions and responsive pleadings in contested matters. The associate will argue motions, conduct trials and arbitrations, and participate actively in all stages of the litigation process.

Additional responsibilities include managing written and telephonic communication with opposing counsel, preparing and responding to discovery, and overseeing counterclaims on behalf of clients. This position provides significant exposure to court procedures, litigation strategy, internal controls, and firm and client policies. Attorneys in this role work closely with colleagues and leadership and are well positioned to develop strong courtroom skills.

This position has no billable hour requirement.

Qualifications include a Juris Doctor degree and active admission to the Indiana Bar. Prior civil litigation or courtroom experience is preferred, though motivated junior attorneys with strong advocacy skills are encouraged to apply.

Desired Skills and Experience

Adams & Martin Group is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate for a top firm where they will gain a great deal of courtroom experience by regularly appearing in court. Further, this position is responsible for the review of new claims and pleadings in addition to managing a contested litigation queue. This associate will gain substantial knowledge of all court procedures, the litigation process, internal controls and client and firm policies and procedures. This position has no billable hour requirements.

Essential Duties:

Appear in court for the firm a minimum of 3 days per week.
Review new claims placed with the firm to ensure compliance.
Review of and signing off on all pleadings printed for filing with the courts such as complaints and motions.
Occasionally drafting of various motions and responses to contested matters
Argue motions that are contested before the court as well as conduct trials and arbitrations.
Will manage both telephonic and written contact with opposing counsel.
Prepare and respond to discovery or oversee counterclaims in which clients are named

Education And Experience:
Juris Doctorate and admittance to Indiana Bar.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.