Associate Attorney

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. • Phoenix, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Attorney position will gain a great deal of courtroom experience by regularly appearing for BG in court. Further, this position is responsible for the review of new claims and pleadings in addition to managing a contested litigation queue. Each associate with gaining substantial knowledge of all court procedures, the litigation process; internal controls and client and firm policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate and admittance to Arizona Bar.
• Strong computer skills, allowing them to work efficiently in programs like Word and Excel
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work well with a diverse group of staff, judges, opposing counsel, and circuit court clerks
• Ability to use tact, discretion and courtesy when dealing with court officials, opposing counsel, step up attorneys and in-house attorney
• Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions.
• Must be able to maintain timelines, meet deadlines, keep accurate records and be detail oriented.

Nice To Haves

• Additional licenses in BG states are valuable

Responsibilities

• Appear in court for the firm a minimum of 3 days per week
• Review of new claims made 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
• Drafting of various motions and responses to contested matters
• Argue motions that are contested before the court as well as conduct trials and arbitrations
• Management of both telephonic and written contact with opposing counsel
• Prepare and respond to discovery, handle depositions, and or oversee counterclaims in which BG or client are named

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees