What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Associate Attorney position at Orion Placement?
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a respected national litigation defense team handling sophisticated, high-exposure cases from pre-trial through trial.
- Work alongside experienced trial attorneys who provide hands-on mentorship and meaningful courtroom experience.
- Take ownership of your cases early in your career while receiving strong guidance and support.
- Expand your litigation skills through continuing legal education, mentorship programs, and professional development opportunities.
- Enjoy competitive compensation, bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career growth.
- Be part of a collaborative, client-focused culture that values excellence, teamwork, and professional success.
Location: Reno, Nevada | Full-time | On-site in a collaborative office environment where you'll work closely with experienced trial attorneys and gain valuable courtroom exposure.
Note: Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Nevada and have 1 years of litigation experience. Experience in defense litigation, medical malpractice, or healthcare law is highly preferred but not required.
About Us
We are a well-established national litigation defense firm representing clients in complex, high-exposure matters. Our attorneys work collaboratively, receive meaningful mentorship, and are trusted with substantive case responsibilities that accelerate professional growth. We are committed to delivering exceptional client service while fostering a collegial, team-oriented culture. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Represent clients throughout all phases of litigation from case inception through trial.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, legal memoranda, and other litigation documents.
- Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues.
- Attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, client meetings, and trials.
- Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys to develop litigation strategy.
- Manage case files while maintaining excellent client communication.
- Contribute to business development and help build strong client relationships.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in the Nevada State Bar.
- 1 years of litigation experience.
- Strong understanding of Nevada State and Federal court rules and procedures.
- Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
- Strong communication, analytical, and organizational abilities.
- Experience in medical malpractice, healthcare law, or insurance defense is preferred.
Why You Will Love Working Here
You'll gain meaningful courtroom experience while working alongside accomplished trial attorneys who are invested in your success. We offer mentorship, continuing legal education, career advancement opportunities, bonus potential, comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings, wellness programs, and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued from day one.
JPC-1510
Pay: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain.
- This role is on site at the Reno, NV location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
- In what city/state do you currently reside?
- What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.
Experience:
- litigation: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- NV bar license (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $110,000 - $150,000