Attorney-Associate
About The Position
The Associate Attorney resolves client issues through routine negotiation and/or litigation requiring fundamental legal knowledge and experience, and practices other phases of law on assignments of increasing complexity. The role represents clients in legal, administrative, and other proceedings; researches and interprets laws and regulations; investigates facts and applicable procedures; prepares lawsuits and legal documents; conducts discovery; and helps develop case strategies. The attorney monitors case files and deadlines, negotiates routine resolutions and settlements, maintains client relationships, and may assign and review department staff work. The position also requires compliance with professional ethical standards and applicable consumer protection laws, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and 0–2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Hold a current, valid Ohio license to practice law.
- Practice according to the rules of professional conduct and ethical standards required by the attorney's licensing state.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents and respond effectively and discreetly to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
- Ability to apply logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
- Knowledge of relevant laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations, and processes and documents specific to the assigned specialty area.
- Knowledge of electronic legal research tools such as LexisNexis and ability to interpret and apply legal principles and procedures.
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with clients, coworkers, and court systems.
- Strong organizational, writing, and analytical skills.
Responsibilities
- Act with the highest ethical standards as a legal professional and member of the Firm.
- Promote professionalism, collegiality, and diversity within and outside the Firm.
- Contribute directly and indirectly to the Firm's financial success.
- Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external clients.
- Represent clients at legal, administrative, and other proceedings as assigned.
- Research and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations and formulate legal opinions for review.
- Identify causes of action and prepare lawsuits based on investigations of facts and applicable laws and procedures.
- Conduct discovery in conformity with applicable rules.
- Interview clients and witnesses in preparation for legal proceedings.
- Review, draft, and/or dictate legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
- Comply with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations.
- Participate in developing case strategy, arguments, and testimony for presentation of cases.
- Represent and promote the Firm in the community and at public, social, and business gatherings as appropriate.
- Monitor routine case files, formulate next steps, and ensure deadlines are maintained.
- Assign and review department staff work as required.
- Develop and maintain relationships with current clients.
- Negotiate to resolve cases, arrange legal settlements, and resolve routine issues as assigned.
- Complete required and applicable optional learning classes and opportunities, and all required position-related training.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid time off: 21 days annually.
- Nine company-paid holidays.
- Medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k).
- Parental leave.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Promotional opportunities from within the Firm.
- Community involvement initiatives, office parties, and competitions.
- Employee perks from Verizon, car dealerships, local movie theaters, theme parks, and others.
- Free onsite fitness center.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
