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Litigation Attorney
Location: Las Vegas, NV (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Pay Rate: $70 to $90 per hour
Job Type: Contract/Contract to Hire, Full-Time, 3 Month Assignment
LHH is partnering with a reputable regional law firm in Las Vegas, NV that specializes in complex litigation matters across business, employment, general liability, and professional liability. The firm is seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney for a long-term contract opportunity. The ideal candidate will manage cases independently, draft motions such as motions to dismiss and for summary judgment, take and defend depositions, and prepare for trials including witness prep, exhibit organization, and trial strategy. Strong legal writing, analytical skills, and courtroom experience are essential.
Responsibilities:
- Handle a caseload involving complex litigation matters
- Analyze intricate legal issues and develop strategic case plans
- Structure and execute discovery plans, including taking and defending depositions
- Manage document-intensive cases and oversee document review processes
- Draft and argue dispositive motions
- Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation and trial strategy
- Collaborate with legal teams and clients to ensure effective advocacy
Qualifications:
- Active member of the State Bar of Nevada and in good standing
- Minimum 1 years of experience in complex litigation, including business, employment, general liability, and/or professional liability
- Proven ability to work independently and handle cases from inception to resolution
- Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
- Experience with depositions, discovery, and trial preparation
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Salary : $70 - $90