What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney position at Sullivan, Ward, Patton, Gleeson & Felty, P.C.?
Sullivan, Ward, Patton, Gleeson & Felty, P.C. is seeking to add an associate attorney to its well-established and growing firm who is a recent graduate with up to 3 years experience to assist and work directly with other associate attorneys and partners on corporate and litigation matters. This associate position entails working in-person and directly with attorneys and support staff and imparts broad responsibilities and exposes the associate to a wide range of legal issues related to a variety of civil litigation matters. Candidates should possess the following skills, qualifications, and attributes:
Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm
Exceptional organizational & time-management skills and ability and experience meeting strict deadlines
Superior written and oral communication skills
Highest ethical standards and professional integrity
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently as well as work cohesively with staff, paralegals, partners, and management
Responsibilities
Research and drafting pleadings, written discovery, motions, legal memoranda, and reviewing & drafting agreements.
Analyzing and forming coherent and logical legal arguments
Attending various hearings, depositions and legal proceedings both in-person and virtually
Communicating with clients regarding legal matters and understanding and attending to client’s perspectives and needs.
Communicating with counsel for opposing parties regarding procedural and substantive legal issues
Maintaining an extensive and diversified caseload
Benefits
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with expertise and previous experience
Training & Guidance provided from experienced attorneys and staff
Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
401(k) Benefits with Employer Match
Excellent promotion & growth opportunities in a respected Michigan law firm established in 1951